What is the cheapest way to get from Dana Point to LAX/Metro Transit Center?

The cheapest way to get from Dana Point to LAX/Metro Transit Center is to bus and line 111 bus which costs $4 - $5 and takes 5h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dana Point to LAX/Metro Transit Center?

The fastest way to get from Dana Point to LAX/Metro Transit Center is to drive which takes 1h 6m and costs $11 - $16.

Is there a direct bus between Dana Point and LAX/Metro Transit Center?

No, there is no direct bus from Dana Point to LAX/Metro Transit Center. However, there are services departing from Pacific Coast-Golden Lantern and arriving at LAX / Metro Transit Center via 7th & VA Hospital NW and Downtown Long Beach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

Is there a direct train between Dana Point and LAX/Metro Transit Center?

No, there is no direct train from Dana Point station to LAX/Metro Transit Center. However, there are services departing from San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station and arriving at LAX / Metro Transit Center via Union Station - Metro A-Line and Willowbrook - Rosa Parks Station - Metro C-Line. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

How far is it from Dana Point to LAX/Metro Transit Center?

The distance between Dana Point and LAX/Metro Transit Center is 82 miles. The road distance is 60.5 miles.

How do I travel from Dana Point to LAX/Metro Transit Center without a car?

The best way to get from Dana Point to LAX/Metro Transit Center without a car is to train and tram which takes 3h 42m and costs $24 - $50.

How long does it take to get from Dana Point to LAX/Metro Transit Center?

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Dana Point to LAX/Metro Transit Center, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dana Point to LAX/Metro Transit Center bus from?

Dana Point to LAX/Metro Transit Center bus services, operated by OCTA, depart from Pacific Coast-Golden Lantern station.

Where do I catch the Dana Point to LAX/Metro Transit Center train from?

Dana Point to LAX/Metro Transit Center train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station.

Where does the Dana Point to LAX/Metro Transit Center bus arrive?

Dana Point to LAX/Metro Transit Center bus services, operated by OCTA, arrive at 7Th-Channel station.

Where does the Dana Point to LAX/Metro Transit Center train arrive?

Dana Point to LAX/Metro Transit Center train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Dana Point to LAX/Metro Transit Center?

Yes, the driving distance between Dana Point to LAX/Metro Transit Center is 61 miles. It takes approximately 1h 6m to drive from Dana Point to LAX/Metro Transit Center.

Where can I stay near LAX/Metro Transit Center?

There are 2731+ hotels available in LAX/Metro Transit Center.

Dana Point to LAX/Metro Transit Center - 4 ways to travel via train, and tram

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There are 4 ways to get from Dana Point to LAX/Metro Transit Center by train, tram, bus, or car

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Train, tram
best
1. Take the train from San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the tram from Union Station - Metro A-Line to Willowbrook - Rosa Parks Station - Metro A-Linetram Metro A Line
3h 42m
$24–46
Bus, line 111 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Pacific Coast-Golden Lantern to 7Th-Channelbus 1
2. Take the bus from Norwalk Station to LAX / Metro Transit Centerbus 111 / ...
5h 5m
$4–5
Bus
1. Take the bus from Pacific Coast-Golden Lantern to 7Th-Channelbus 1
2. Take the bus from Downtown Long Beach Station to LAX / Metro Transit Centerbus 232
5h
$5–6
Drive 60.2 mi
1. Drive from Dana Point to LAX/Metro Transit Centercar 60.2 mi
1h 6m
$11–16

Dana Point to LAX/Metro Transit Center by bus, train, tram, and foot

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Distance: 81.3 mi
Duration: 3h 42m

What companies run services between Dana Point, CA, USA and LAX/Metro Transit Center, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Pacific Coast-Golden Lantern to LAX / Metro Transit Center via 7Th-Channel, 7th & VA Hospital NW, 1st & Shelter E S, and Downtown Long Beach Station in around 5h.

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