What is the cheapest way to get from Lake Forest to Fullerton?

The cheapest way to get from Lake Forest to Fullerton is to line 83 bus and line 43 bus which costs $4 and takes 1h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lake Forest to Fullerton?

The fastest way to get from Lake Forest to Fullerton is to train which takes 28 min and costs $7 - $10.

Is there a direct bus between Lake Forest and Fullerton?

No, there is no direct bus from Lake Forest to Fullerton. However, there are services departing from Laguna Hills Trans Ctr Dock 5 and arriving at Harbor-Commonwealth via Harbor-East Shuttle Area. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Lake Forest and Fullerton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Irvine and arriving at Fullerton Amtrak Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 28 min.

How far is it from Lake Forest to Fullerton?

The distance between Lake Forest and Fullerton is 20 miles. The road distance is 23.2 miles.

How do I travel from Lake Forest to Fullerton without a car?

The best way to get from Lake Forest to Fullerton without a car is to train which takes 28 min and costs $7 - $10.

How long does it take to get from Lake Forest to Fullerton?

The train from Irvine to Fullerton Amtrak Station takes 28 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Lake Forest to Fullerton bus from?

Lake Forest to Fullerton bus services, operated by OCTA, depart from Laguna Hills Trans Ctr Dock 5 station.

Where do I catch the Lake Forest to Fullerton train from?

Lake Forest to Fullerton train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Irvine station.

Train or bus from Lake Forest to Fullerton?

The best way to get from Lake Forest to Fullerton is to train which takes 28 min and costs $7 - $10. Alternatively, you can line 83 bus and line 43 bus, which costs $4 and takes 1h 29m.

Where does the Lake Forest to Fullerton bus arrive?

Lake Forest to Fullerton bus services, operated by OCTA, arrive at Harbor-East Shuttle Area station.

Where does the Lake Forest to Fullerton train arrive?

Lake Forest to Fullerton train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Fullerton Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Lake Forest to Fullerton?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake Forest to Fullerton is 23 miles. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Lake Forest to Fullerton.

How do I get a train ticket from Lake Forest to Fullerton?

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Where can I stay near Fullerton?

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Lake Forest to Fullerton - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 83 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Lake Forest to Fullerton by train (Amtrak), bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Irvine to Fullerton Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
28 min
$7–10
Line 83 bus, line 43 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Laguna Hills Trans Ctr Dock 5 to Harbor-East Shuttle Areabus 83
2. Take the bus from Harbor-East Shuttle Area to Harbor-Commonwealthbus 43
1h 29m
$4
Drive 23.1 mi
1. Drive from Lake Forest to Fullertoncar 23.1 mi
28 min
$5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Lake Forest to Fullertontaxi 23.1 mi
28 min
$85–110

Lake Forest to Fullerton by train

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Distance: 19.9 mi
Duration: 28 min

What companies run services between Lake Forest, Orange County, CA, USA and Fullerton, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Irvine to Fullerton Amtrak Station hourly. Tickets cost $6–14 and the journey takes 28 min. Metrolink Trains also services this route every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Laguna Hills Trans Ctr Dock 5 to Harbor-Commonwealth via Harbor-East Shuttle Area in around 1h 29m.

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