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How to Travel from

Mesa to Santa Cruz

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Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Phoenix to Norman
Ave. Duration:
2h 6m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.57–$153.27
Plane from Phoenix to San
Ave. Duration:
2h 14m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$76.64–$281.00
Plane from Phoenix to Monterey
Ave. Duration:
2h 4m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$421.50–$1,149.54

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Phoenix to San
Ave. Duration:
2h 13m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$153.27–$268.23
Plane from Phoenix to Monterey
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$421.50–$1,532.72

Frontier Airlines

Website:
flyfrontier.com/
Plane from Phoenix to Norman
Ave. Duration:
1h 59m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$39.60–$255.45
Plane from Phoenix to San
Ave. Duration:
2h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$21.71–$166.04

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Website:
alaskaair.com/
Plane from Phoenix to Norman
Ave. Duration:
2h 6m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.57–$153.27
Plane from Phoenix to San
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$121.34–$562.00
Plane from Phoenix to Monterey
Ave. Duration:
2h 3m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$421.50–$1,149.54

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Phoenix to Norman
Ave. Duration:
2h 2m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.50–$459.82
Plane from Phoenix to San
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.73–$395.95
Plane from Phoenix to Oakland
Ave. Duration:
2h 6m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$153.27–$498.13

Train operators

Caltrain

Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from Millbrae Caltrain Southbound to San
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.94–$11.50

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Bus from Diridon Station to Front
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours

BART

Phone:
+1-510-464-6000
Website:
bart.gov
Train from Coliseum to Berryessa
Ave. Duration:
44 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$6.39–$8.94

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Phoenix Bus Station to Los
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$29.38–$204.36
Bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San
Ave. Duration:
6h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$26.82–$191.59

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Phoenix Bus Station to Los
Ave. Duration:
6h 50m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$35.76–$121.34
Bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San
Ave. Duration:
7h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$33.21–$114.95

Tufesa Mexico

Phone:
+52 644 410 2444
Website:
tufesa.com.mx/
Bus from Phoenix to San
Ave. Duration:
16h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$76.64–$108.57

Santa Cruz Metro

Phone:
+1 (831) 425-8600
Website:
scmtd.com/en/
Bus from Diridon Station to Front
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.30–$8.30
Bus from Watsonville Transit Center - Lane 3 to Soquel
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.30–$8.30

Valley Metro

Phone:
+1 (602) 253-5000
Website:
valleymetro.org
Train from Center/Main St to 44th
Ave. Duration:
41 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.31

Tufesa

Phone:
+1 833 766 3553
Website:
tufesainternacional.com
Bus from Phoenix to San
Ave. Duration:
16h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$153.27–$191.59

Monterey-Salinas Transit

Phone:
1-888-678-2871
Website:
mst.org/
Bus from Monterey Transit Plaza / Gate 4 Tyler to Salinas
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.30–$3.83
Bus from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 1 to Watsonville
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.30–$3.96

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Mesa to Santa Cruz?

The cheapest way to get from Mesa to Santa Cruz is to fly and Caltrain and bus which costs $35.87 - $173.91 and takes 6h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mesa to Santa Cruz?

The fastest way to get from Mesa to Santa Cruz is to fly and bus which takes 5h 56m and costs $46.74 - $195.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Mesa and Santa Cruz?

No, there is no direct bus from Mesa to Santa Cruz. However, there are services departing from University Dr & Mesa Dr and arriving at Front via 24th St/Baseline PNR, Phoenix Bus Station, Los Angeles Union Station and Diridon Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 36m.

How far is it from Mesa to Santa Cruz?

The distance between Mesa and Santa Cruz is 1083 km. The road distance is 1167.9 km.

How do I travel from Mesa to Santa Cruz without a car?

The best way to get from Mesa to Santa Cruz without a car is to bus via Los Angeles which takes 17h 36m and costs $51.09 - $347.83 .

How long does it take to get from Mesa to Santa Cruz?

It takes approximately 5h 56m to get from Mesa to Santa Cruz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mesa to Santa Cruz bus from?

Mesa to Santa Cruz bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Phoenix Bus Station.

Where does the Mesa to Santa Cruz bus arrive?

Mesa to Santa Cruz bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station.

Can I drive from Mesa to Santa Cruz?

Yes, the driving distance between Mesa to Santa Cruz is 1168 km. It takes approximately 12h 2m to drive from Mesa to Santa Cruz.

Where can I stay near Santa Cruz?

There are 117+ hotels available in Santa Cruz. Prices start at $70.99 per night.
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