What is the cheapest way to get from Los Angeles Downtown to Balboa Island?

The cheapest way to get from Los Angeles Downtown to Balboa Island is to drive which costs $7 - $12 and takes 51 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Los Angeles Downtown to Balboa Island?

The fastest way to get from Los Angeles Downtown to Balboa Island is to drive which takes 51 min and costs $7 - $12.

How far is it from Los Angeles Downtown to Balboa Island?

The distance between Los Angeles Downtown and Balboa Island is 47 miles. The road distance is 42.6 miles.

How do I travel from Los Angeles Downtown to Balboa Island without a car?

The best way to get from Los Angeles Downtown to Balboa Island without a car is to train and taxi which takes 1h 7m and costs $55 - $85.

How long does it take to get from Los Angeles Downtown to Balboa Island?

It takes approximately 1h 7m to get from Los Angeles Downtown to Balboa Island, including transfers.

Can I drive from Los Angeles Downtown to Balboa Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Los Angeles Downtown to Balboa Island is 43 miles. It takes approximately 51 min to drive from Los Angeles Downtown to Balboa Island.

Where can I stay near Balboa Island?

There are 1319+ hotels available in Balboa Island.

Los Angeles Downtown to Balboa Island - 3 ways to travel via train, and taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Los Angeles Downtown to Balboa Island by train, taxi, or car

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Train, taxi
best
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to Santa Anatrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the taxi from Santa Ana to Balboa Islandtaxi
1h 7m
$56–83
Drive 42.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Los Angeles Downtown to Balboa Islandcar 42.3 mi
51 min
$8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Los Angeles Downtown to Balboa Islandtaxi 42.3 mi
51 min
$140–170

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Distance: 46.6 mi
Duration: 1h 7m

What companies run services between Los Angeles Downtown, CA, USA and Balboa Island, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Los Angeles Downtown to Balboa Island. However, you can take the train to Santa Ana then take the taxi to Balboa Island. Alternatively, you can drive from Los Angeles Downtown to Balboa Island in around 51 min.

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