What is the cheapest way to get from Apple Valley to Lake Forest?

The cheapest way to get from Apple Valley to Lake Forest is to bus and train which costs $12 - $28 and takes 5h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Apple Valley to Lake Forest?

The fastest way to get from Apple Valley to Lake Forest is to drive which takes 1h 35m and costs $16 - $24.

Is there a direct bus between Apple Valley and Lake Forest?

No, there is no direct bus from Apple Valley to Lake Forest. However, there are services departing from Outer Hwy 18 North WB & Navajo Rd and arriving at Irvine via Victorville Transit Center and Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Apple Valley and Lake Forest?

No, there is no direct train from Apple Valley to Lake Forest. However, there are services departing from Victorville Amtrak and arriving at Irvine via Fullerton Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.

How far is it from Apple Valley to Lake Forest?

The distance between Apple Valley and Lake Forest is 137 miles. The road distance is 88.3 miles.

How do I travel from Apple Valley to Lake Forest without a car?

The best way to get from Apple Valley to Lake Forest without a car is to bus and train via Los Angeles which takes 4h 45m and costs $28 - $60.

How long does it take to get from Apple Valley to Lake Forest?

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from Apple Valley to Lake Forest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Apple Valley to Lake Forest bus from?

Apple Valley to Lake Forest bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Victorville Transit Center station.

Where do I catch the Apple Valley to Lake Forest train from?

Apple Valley to Lake Forest train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Victorville Amtrak station.

Train or bus from Apple Valley to Lake Forest?

The best way to get from Apple Valley to Lake Forest is to train which takes 5h 14m and costs $35 - $80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $55 and takes 5h 14m.

Where does the Apple Valley to Lake Forest bus arrive?

Apple Valley to Lake Forest bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station Arrivals.

Where does the Apple Valley to Lake Forest train arrive?

Apple Valley to Lake Forest train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Fullerton Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Apple Valley to Lake Forest?

Yes, the driving distance between Apple Valley to Lake Forest is 88 miles. It takes approximately 1h 35m to drive from Apple Valley to Lake Forest.

Where can I stay near Lake Forest?

There are 1039+ hotels available in Lake Forest.

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There are 5 ways to get from Apple Valley to Lake Forest by bus, train, train (Amtrak), car, or bus (Flixbus, Amtrak)

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Bus, train via Los Angeles
best
1. Take the bus from Victorville Transit Center to Los Angeles Union Station Arrivalsbus FlixBus 2030
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Irvinetrain Pacific Surfliner
4h 45m
$28–58
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from VVTC - Dock 6 to San Bernardinobus 15
2. Take the train from San Bernardino - Downtown to Irvinetrain IE-OC Line
5h 21m
$12–28
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Victorville Amtrak to Fullerton Amtrak Stationtrain Southwest Chief
5h 14m
$36–76
Drive 87.8 mi
1. Drive from Apple Valley to Lake Forestcar 87.8 mi
1h 35m
$16–24
Bus
1. Take the bus from Victorville Transit Center to Los Angeles Union Station Arrivalsbus FlixBus 2030
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles to Irvinebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 14m
$30–52

Apple Valley to Lake Forest by bus and train

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Distance: 136.4 mi
Duration: 4h 45m

What companies run services between Apple Valley, CA, USA and Lake Forest, Orange County, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Victorville Amtrak to Fullerton Amtrak Station once daily. Tickets cost $28–60 and the journey takes 2h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Outer Hwy 18 North WB & Navajo Rd to Irvine via Victorville Transit Center, Los Angeles Union Station Arrivals, and Los Angeles in around 5h 14m.

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