What is the cheapest way to get from La Jolla to Mission Viejo?

The cheapest way to get from La Jolla to Mission Viejo is to drive which costs $11 - $18 and takes 1h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from La Jolla to Mission Viejo?

The fastest way to get from La Jolla to Mission Viejo is to drive which takes 1h 11m and costs $11 - $18.

Is there a direct bus between La Jolla and Mission Viejo?

No, there is no direct bus from La Jolla to Mission Viejo. However, there are services departing from Silverado St & Herschel Av and arriving at Jeronimo-Montilla via Gilman Dr & Myers Dr, Solana Beach Amtrak Station and Irvine Station-Dock 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

How far is it from La Jolla to Mission Viejo?

The distance between La Jolla and Mission Viejo is 86 miles. The road distance is 65.5 miles.

How do I travel from La Jolla to Mission Viejo without a car?

The best way to get from La Jolla to Mission Viejo without a car is to line 30 bus and train which takes 3h 48m and costs $25 - $55.

How long does it take to get from La Jolla to Mission Viejo?

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from La Jolla to Mission Viejo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the La Jolla to Mission Viejo bus from?

La Jolla to Mission Viejo bus services, operated by North County Transit, depart from Gilman Dr & Myers Dr station.

Where does the La Jolla to Mission Viejo bus arrive?

La Jolla to Mission Viejo bus services, operated by North County Transit, arrive at Hwy 101 & Lomas Santa Fe Dr station.

Can I drive from La Jolla to Mission Viejo?

Yes, the driving distance between La Jolla to Mission Viejo is 66 miles. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from La Jolla to Mission Viejo.

Where can I stay near Mission Viejo?

There are 1074+ hotels available in Mission Viejo.

La Jolla to Mission Viejo - 4 ways to travel via train, line 30 bus, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from La Jolla to Mission Viejo by bus, train, car, or bus (Amtrak)

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Line 30 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Silverado St & Herschel Av to Old Town Transit Centerbus 30
2. Take the train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
3h 48m
$26–52
Drive 65.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from La Jolla to Mission Viejocar 65.2 mi
1h 11m
$12–18
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Gilman Dr & Myers Dr to Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8bus 101
2. Take the train from Oceanside to San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
4h 41m
$14–23
Line 101 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Gilman Dr & Myers Dr to Hwy 101 & Lomas Santa Fe Drbus 101
2. Take the bus from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Irvinebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 4m
$26–40

La Jolla to Mission Viejo by bus and train

91Weekly Services

3h 48mAverage Duration

$26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 85.3 mi
Duration: 3h 48m

What companies run services between La Jolla, San Diego County, CA, USA and Mission Viejo, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Silverado St & Herschel Av to Jeronimo-Montilla via Gilman Dr & Myers Dr, Hwy 101 & Lomas Santa Fe Dr, Solana Beach Amtrak Station, Irvine, and Irvine Station-Dock 5 in around 5h 4m.

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