What is the cheapest way to get from La Jolla to Whittier?

The cheapest way to get from La Jolla to Whittier is to drive which costs $18 - $27 and takes 1h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from La Jolla to Whittier?

The fastest way to get from La Jolla to Whittier is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs $18 - $27.

Is there a direct bus between La Jolla and Whittier?

No, there is no direct bus from La Jolla to Whittier. However, there are services departing from Silverado St & Herschel Av and arriving at Philadelphia/Painter via San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop, Cesar Chavez Transit Pavilion and East L.A. College. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 16m.

Is there a direct train between La Jolla and Whittier?

No, there is no direct train from La Jolla to Whittier. However, there are services departing from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center and arriving at Norwalk / Santa Fe Springs via Fullerton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.

How far is it from La Jolla to Whittier?

The distance between La Jolla and Whittier is 125 miles. The road distance is 101.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from La Jolla to Whittier without a car is to train which takes 5h 2m and costs $80 - $130.

How long does it take to get from La Jolla to Whittier?

It takes approximately 5h 2m to get from La Jolla to Whittier, including transfers.

Where do I catch the La Jolla to Whittier bus from?

La Jolla to Whittier bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the La Jolla to Whittier train from?

La Jolla to Whittier train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center station.

Train or bus from La Jolla to Whittier?

The best way to get from La Jolla to Whittier is to train which takes 5h 2m and costs $80 - $130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $23 - $45 and takes 6h 16m.

Where does the La Jolla to Whittier bus arrive?

La Jolla to Whittier bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station.

Where does the La Jolla to Whittier train arrive?

La Jolla to Whittier train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Fullerton Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from La Jolla to Whittier?

Yes, the driving distance between La Jolla to Whittier is 102 miles. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from La Jolla to Whittier.

Where can I stay near Whittier?

There are 1411+ hotels available in Whittier.

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There are 4 ways to get from La Jolla to Whittier by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, bus, or train

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to Fullerton Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
5h 2m
$82–128
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gilman Dr & Myers Dr to Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8bus 101
2. Take the train from Oceanside to Norwalk / Santa Fe Springstrain OC Line
6h 59m
$14–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Stationbus Greyhound US0831 / ...
2. Take the bus from East L.A. College to Philadelphia/Painterbus 10 Whittier Blvd
6h 16m
$24–44
Drive 101.2 mi
1. Drive from La Jolla to Whittiercar 101.2 mi
1h 52m
$19–27

La Jolla to Whittier by bus

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6h 16mAverage Duration

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Distance: 123.9 mi
Duration: 5h 2m

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

Amtrak operates a train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to Fullerton Amtrak Station hourly. Tickets cost $50–85 and the journey takes 2h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Silverado St & Herschel Av to Philadelphia/Painter via Old Town Transit Center, San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop, Los Angeles Union Station, Cesar Chavez Transit Pavilion, Atlantic / Floral, and East L.A. College in around 6h 16m.

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