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Los Angeles to Costa Mesa by bus

Costa Mesa lies 55 km (34 mi) south-east of Los Angeles, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

A coach takes about 1 h 14 min including stops, over roughly 67 km (41 mi) of road.

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Los AngelesCosta Mesa
CountryUnited StatesUnited States
Population3.8 million113,204
Elevation96 m (315 ft)33 m (108 ft)
Time nowUTC-7 (America/Los_Angeles)UTC-7 (America/Los_Angeles)
Postal codes90001–9018992626–92628

Where to book buses from Los Angeles to Costa Mesa

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Staying in Costa Mesa

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Common questions

How far is Costa Mesa from Los Angeles?

55 km (34 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Los Angeles; by road roughly 67 km (41 mi).

How long does it take to get from Los Angeles to Costa Mesa by bus?

About 1 h 14 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Los Angeles and Costa Mesa?

No, both are on America/Los_Angeles at the moment.

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Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.