What is the cheapest way to get from Dana Point to Van Nuys?

The cheapest way to get from Dana Point to Van Nuys is to bus which costs $7 - $9 and takes 7h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dana Point to Van Nuys?

The fastest way to get from Dana Point to Van Nuys is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs $13 - $20.

Is there a direct bus between Dana Point and Van Nuys?

No, there is no direct bus from Dana Point to Van Nuys. However, there are services departing from Golden Lantern-La Cresta and arriving at Van Nuys / Victory via Santa Ana and Van Nuys / Laurel Canyon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Dana Point and Van Nuys?

No, there is no direct train from Dana Point station to Van Nuys. However, there are services departing from San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station and arriving at Van Nuys via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

How far is it from Dana Point to Van Nuys?

The distance between Dana Point and Van Nuys is 79 miles. The road distance is 73.2 miles.

How do I travel from Dana Point to Van Nuys without a car?

The best way to get from Dana Point to Van Nuys without a car is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs $26 - $55.

How long does it take to get from Dana Point to Van Nuys?

It takes approximately 3h 20m to get from Dana Point to Van Nuys, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dana Point to Van Nuys bus from?

Dana Point to Van Nuys bus services, operated by OCTA, depart from Golden Lantern-La Cresta station.

Where do I catch the Dana Point to Van Nuys train from?

Dana Point to Van Nuys train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Dana Point to Van Nuys?

The best way to get from Dana Point to Van Nuys is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs $26 - $55. Alternatively, you can line 90 bus and bus, which costs $35 - $55 and takes 5h 4m.

Where does the Dana Point to Van Nuys bus arrive?

Dana Point to Van Nuys bus services, operated by OCTA, arrive at Tustin Metrolink Station-Dock 8.

Where does the Dana Point to Van Nuys train arrive?

Dana Point to Van Nuys train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Van Nuys station.

Can I drive from Dana Point to Van Nuys?

Yes, the driving distance between Dana Point to Van Nuys is 73 miles. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Dana Point to Van Nuys.

Where can I stay near Van Nuys?

There are 2417+ hotels available in Van Nuys.

Dana Point to Van Nuys - 5 ways to travel via train, line 90 bus, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Dana Point to Van Nuys by train (Amtrak), bus, car, or train

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station to Van Nuystrain Pacific Surfliner
3h 20m
$26–52
Bus
cheapest
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
7h 7m
$7–9
Line 90 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Golden Lantern-La Cresta to Tustin Metrolink Station-Dock 8bus 90
2. Take the bus from Santa Ana to Pacoima - San Fernandobus Lxit 3324
5h 4m
$35–53
Drive 72.8 mi
1. Drive from Dana Point to Van Nuyscar 72.8 mi
1h 26m
$14–20
Line 90 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Golden Lantern-La Cresta to Tustin Metrolink Station-Dock 8bus 90
2. Take the train from Tustin to L.A. Union Stationtrain OC Line
4h 10m
$13–18

Dana Point to Van Nuys by bus and train (Amtrak)

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3h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 78.3 mi
Duration: 3h 20m

What companies run services between Dana Point, CA, USA and Van Nuys, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station to Van Nuys 5 times a day. Tickets cost $24–50 and the journey takes 2h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Golden Lantern-La Cresta to Van Nuys / Victory via Tustin Metrolink Station-Dock 8, Tustin, Santa Ana, Santa Ana, Pacoima - San Fernando, and Van Nuys / Laurel Canyon in around 5h 4m.

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