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How to get fromLake Forest to Vistaby train, bus, car, or taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Lake Forest to Vista by train, bus, car, or taxi

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  1. Train, line 303 bus

    best
    1. Take the train from Irvine to Oceansidetrain train Pacific Surfliner
    2. Take the bus from Oceanside Transit Center Stall 10 to Vista Transit Center Stall 5bus bus 303 / ...
    2h 7m
    $11–17

  2. Drive 49.6 mi

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    1. Drive from Lake Forest to Vistacar car 49.6 mi
    54 min
    $9–14

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Lake Forest to Vistataxi taxi 49.6 mi
    54 min
    $150–190

Lake Forest to Vista by train and bus

Calendar118Weekly Services
Duration2h 7mAverage Duration
Ticket$11Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 55.8 mi
  • Duration: 2h 7m

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

There is no direct connection from Lake Forest to Vista. However, you can take the train to Oceanside, walk to Oceanside Transit Center Stall 10, then take the line 303 bus to Vista Transit Center Stall 5. Alternatively, you can drive from Lake Forest to Vista in around 54 min.

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