What is the cheapest way to get from Huntington Beach to Lake Balboa?

The cheapest way to get from Huntington Beach to Lake Balboa is to line 1 bus and tram and line 574 bus which costs $7 - $10 and takes 4h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Huntington Beach to Lake Balboa?

The fastest way to get from Huntington Beach to Lake Balboa is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs $9 - $15.

Is there a direct train between Huntington Beach and Lake Balboa?

No, there is no direct train from Huntington Beach to Lake Balboa. However, there are services departing from Santa Ana and arriving at Van Nuys via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Huntington Beach to Lake Balboa?

The distance between Huntington Beach and Lake Balboa is 71 miles. The road distance is 54.2 miles.

How do I travel from Huntington Beach to Lake Balboa without a car?

The best way to get from Huntington Beach to Lake Balboa without a car is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs $80 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Huntington Beach to Lake Balboa?

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Huntington Beach to Lake Balboa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Huntington Beach to Lake Balboa train from?

Huntington Beach to Lake Balboa train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Santa Ana station.

Where does the Huntington Beach to Lake Balboa train arrive?

Huntington Beach to Lake Balboa train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Van Nuys station.

Can I drive from Huntington Beach to Lake Balboa?

Yes, the driving distance between Huntington Beach to Lake Balboa is 54 miles. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Huntington Beach to Lake Balboa.

Where can I stay near Lake Balboa?

There are 450+ hotels available in Lake Balboa.

Huntington Beach to Lake Balboa - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 1 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Huntington Beach to Lake Balboa by train (Amtrak), bus, tram, car, train, or subway

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Santa Ana to Van Nuystrain Pacific Surfliner
2h 59m
$84–111
Line 1 bus, tram, line 574 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Pacific Coast-9Th to 7Th-Channelbus 1
2. Take the tram from Norwalk Station to Aviation / Century Stationtram
3. Take the bus from Aviation Blvd & Century Blvd to Balboa Blvd & Vanowen Stbus 574
4h 2m
$7–10
Drive 53.9 mi
1. Drive from Huntington Beach to Lake Balboacar 53.9 mi
1h 2m
$10–15
Line 29 bus, train, subway, bus
1. Take the bus from Pacific Coast-1St to Buena Park Metrolink Station Zone 2bus 29 / ...
2. Take the train from Buena Park to L.A. Union Stationtrain
3. Take the subway from Union Station - Metro B & D Lines to North Hollywood Stationsubway
4. Take the bus from North Hollywood Station to Balboa Stationbus
4h 9m
$12–16

Huntington Beach to Lake Balboa by bus and tram

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4h 2mAverage Duration

$7Cheapest Price

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Distance: 70.6 mi
Duration: 2h 59m

What companies run services between Huntington Beach, CA, USA and Lake Balboa, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Santa Ana to Van Nuys 5 times a day. Tickets cost $29–45 and the journey takes 1h 39m.

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