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

The cheapest way to get from Lake Forest to Sacramento is to train and bus which costs $70 - $110 and takes 12h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lake Forest to Sacramento is to fly which takes 2h 15m and costs $500 - $850.

Is there a direct bus between Lake Forest and Sacramento?

No, there is no direct bus from Lake Forest to Sacramento station. However, there are services departing from Laguna Hills Trans Ctr Dock 5 and arriving at Sacramento Bus Station via Santa Ana Bus Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Lake Forest and Sacramento?

No, there is no direct train from Lake Forest to Sacramento. However, there are services departing from Irvine and arriving at Sacramento via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 3m.

How far is it from Lake Forest to Sacramento?

The distance between Lake Forest and Sacramento is 429 miles. The road distance is 431.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lake Forest to Sacramento without a car is to train and bus which takes 12h 13m and costs $70 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 15m to get from Lake Forest to Sacramento, including transfers.

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

Lake Forest to Sacramento bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Santa Ana Bus Stop station.

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Lake Forest to Sacramento?

The best way to get from Lake Forest to Sacramento is to fly which takes 2h 15m and costs $500 - $850. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $320 - $550 and takes 16h 3m, you could also bus, which costs $75 - $130 and takes 12h 29m.

Where does the Lake Forest to Sacramento bus arrive?

Lake Forest to Sacramento bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Sacramento Bus Station.

Where does the Lake Forest to Sacramento train arrive?

Lake Forest to Sacramento train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Lake Forest to Sacramento?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake Forest to Sacramento is 432 miles. It takes approximately 7h 5m to drive from Lake Forest to Sacramento.

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

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Where can I stay near Sacramento?

There are 325+ hotels available in Sacramento.

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There are 5 ways to get from Lake Forest to Sacramento by plane, train, bus, train (Amtrak), car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Fly
best
1. Fly from John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)plane SNA - SMF
2h 15m
$541–850
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Irvine to L.A. Union Stationtrain
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Bakersfieldbus
3. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Sacramento Bus Stationbus
12h 13m
$70–107
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Irvine to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Sacramentotrain Coast Starlight
16h 3m
$324–508
Drive 429.3 mi
1. Drive from Lake Forest to Sacramentocar 429.3 mi
7h 5m
$79–114
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Santa Ana Bus Stop to Sacramento Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0831
12h 29m
$77–122

Lake Forest to Sacramento by train and bus

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Distance: 426.8 mi
Duration: 2h 15m

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

Southwest Airlines flies from John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF) every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Irvine to Sacramento via Los Angeles in around 16h 3m.

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