What is the cheapest way to get from Newport Beach to San Diego?

The cheapest way to get from Newport Beach to San Diego is to drive which costs $15 - $22 and takes 1h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Newport Beach to San Diego?

The fastest way to get from Newport Beach to San Diego is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs $15 - $22.

Is there a direct bus between Newport Beach and San Diego?

No, there is no direct bus from Newport Beach to San Diego. However, there are services departing from 17Th-Pomona and arriving at San Diego via Flower-6Th and Santa Ana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

How far is it from Newport Beach to San Diego?

The distance between Newport Beach and San Diego is 104 miles. The road distance is 83.8 miles.

How do I travel from Newport Beach to San Diego without a car?

The best way to get from Newport Beach to San Diego without a car is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs $80 - $100.

How long does it take to get from Newport Beach to San Diego?

It takes approximately 2h 18m to get from Newport Beach to San Diego, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newport Beach to San Diego bus from?

Newport Beach to San Diego bus services, operated by OCTA, depart from 17Th-Pomona station.

Train or bus from Newport Beach to San Diego?

The best way to get from Newport Beach to San Diego is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs $80 - $100. Alternatively, you can line 55 bus and bus, which costs $20 - $55 and takes 4h 18m.

Where does the Newport Beach to San Diego bus arrive?

Newport Beach to San Diego bus services, operated by OCTA, arrive at Flower-6Th station.

Can I drive from Newport Beach to San Diego?

Yes, the driving distance between Newport Beach to San Diego is 84 miles. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Newport Beach to San Diego.

Where can I stay near San Diego?

There are 1079+ hotels available in San Diego.

Newport Beach to San Diego - 4 ways to travel via train, line 55 bus, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Newport Beach to San Diego by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), car, or bus (Flixbus)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Santa Ana to San DiegoPacific Surfliner
2h 18m
$81–95
Drive 83.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Newport Beach to San Diego83.3 mi
1h 39m
$16–22
Line 55 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from 17Th-Pomona to Flower-6Th55
2. Take the bus from Santa Ana to San DiegoLos Angeles
4h 18m
$20–54
Line 55 bus, bus via San Diego
1. Take the bus from Placentia-17Th to Flower-6Th55
2. Take the bus from Santa Ana Bus Stop to San DiegoFlixBus 2017
4h 21m
$20–39

Newport Beach to San Diego by bus

21Weekly Buses

4h 18mAverage Duration

$20Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Newport Beach to San Diego.

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Distance: 103.6 mi
Duration: 2h 18m

What companies run services between Newport Beach, CA, USA and San Diego, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Santa Ana to San Diego every 2 hours. Tickets cost $27–32 and the journey takes 2h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from 17Th-Pomona to San Diego via Flower-6Th, The Depot At Santa Ana Dock 1, and Santa Ana in around 4h 18m.

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