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Santa Monica to La Mesa

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2 h 23 min
221 km.
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Four ways to Travel from Santa Monica to La Mesa

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Cheapest
By car (221 km)
2 h 23 min
221 km.
from $12
Other
Rideshare
2 h 23 min
221 km.
from $8.41
Bus
6 h 11 min
192 km.
from $118.01
Bus, Train
6 h 23 min
193 km.
from $49.53

Transport providers

Airlines

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$54.85–$255.14

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
58 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.87–$433.73

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Los Angeles to San
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$17.86–$102.05

Metro Los Angeles

Phone:
+1-323-466-3876
Email:
Website:
metro.net
Bus from 5th / Santa Monica to Cesar
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.03

San Diego Metro Transit

Phone:
+1 619-233-3004
Website:
sdmts.com
Train from Courthouse Station to La
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.81–$17.86
Bus from Old Town Transit Center to University
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.81–$5.87

Bus operators

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Los Angeles to San
Ave. Duration:
4h 35m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$16.58–$70.16

reLAXsan

Phone:
(858) 430-8440
Email:
Website:
gorelaxsan.com/
Bus from LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop to San
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
5 times a day

LAX LINQ

Phone:
(323)-776-5467
Email:
Website:
laxlinq.com/
Bus from LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop to San
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$63.78–$89.30

Big Blue Bus

Phone:
+1 310-451-5444
Website:
bigbluebus.com
Bus from 4Th Sb & Santa Monica Place to Aviation/Lax
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.15–$1.53

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Monica to La Mesa?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Monica to La Mesa is to drive which costs $23.91 - $35.87 and takes 2h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Monica to La Mesa?

The fastest way to get from Santa Monica to La Mesa is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs $23.91 - $35.87 .

Is there a direct bus between Santa Monica and La Mesa?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Monica to La Mesa. However, there are services departing from 4Th Sb & Santa Monica Place and arriving at University Av & Allison Av via Aviation/Lax, LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop, Old Town Transit Center and University Av & College Av. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Santa Monica and La Mesa?

No, there is no direct train from Santa Monica station to La Mesa station. However, there are services departing from Downtown Santa Monica Station and arriving at 70th Street Station via 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro B & D Lines, Los Angeles and Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.

How far is it from Santa Monica to La Mesa?

The distance between Santa Monica and La Mesa is 244 km. The road distance is 219.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Santa Monica to La Mesa without a car is to train which takes 5h 14m and costs $20.65 - $108.70 .

How long does it take to get from Santa Monica to La Mesa?

It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from Santa Monica to La Mesa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Monica to La Mesa bus from?

Santa Monica to La Mesa bus services, operated by Big Blue Bus, depart from 4Th Sb & Santa Monica Place station.

Where do I catch the Santa Monica to La Mesa train from?

Santa Monica to La Mesa train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Los Angeles station.

Train or bus from Santa Monica to La Mesa?

The best way to get from Santa Monica to La Mesa is to train which takes 5h 14m and costs $20.65 - $108.70 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $15.22 - $65.22 and takes 5h 46m.

Where does the Santa Monica to La Mesa bus arrive?

Santa Monica to La Mesa bus services, operated by Big Blue Bus, arrive at Aviation/Lax station.

Where does the Santa Monica to La Mesa train arrive?

Santa Monica to La Mesa train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Diego Old Town Transportation Center station.

Can I drive from Santa Monica to La Mesa?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Monica to La Mesa is 220 km. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Santa Monica to La Mesa.

Where can I stay near La Mesa?

There are 1841+ hotels available in La Mesa. Prices start at $53.04 per night.
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