What is the cheapest way to get from Los Angeles Downtown to Lake Forest?

The cheapest way to get from Los Angeles Downtown to Lake Forest is to bus which costs $3 - $4 and takes 3h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Los Angeles Downtown to Lake Forest?

The fastest way to get from Los Angeles Downtown to Lake Forest is to drive which takes 50 min and costs $8 - $12.

Is there a direct bus between Los Angeles Downtown and Lake Forest?

No, there is no direct bus from Los Angeles Downtown to Lake Forest. However, there are services departing from 5th / Los Angeles and arriving at Laguna Hills Trans Ctr Dock 6 via Fullerton Park And Ride Dock 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Los Angeles Downtown and Lake Forest?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Los Angeles and arriving at Irvine. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 1m.

How far is it from Los Angeles Downtown to Lake Forest?

The distance between Los Angeles Downtown and Lake Forest is 45 miles. The road distance is 44.9 miles.

How do I travel from Los Angeles Downtown to Lake Forest without a car?

The best way to get from Los Angeles Downtown to Lake Forest without a car is to train which takes 1h 1m and costs $14 - $30.

How long does it take to get from Los Angeles Downtown to Lake Forest?

The train from Los Angeles to Irvine takes 1h 1m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Los Angeles Downtown to Lake Forest bus from?

Los Angeles Downtown to Lake Forest bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from 5th / Los Angeles station.

Where do I catch the Los Angeles Downtown to Lake Forest train from?

Los Angeles Downtown to Lake Forest train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Los Angeles station.

Train or bus from Los Angeles Downtown to Lake Forest?

The best way to get from Los Angeles Downtown to Lake Forest is to train which takes 1h 1m and costs $14 - $30. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $3 - $4 and takes 3h 17m.

Where does the Los Angeles Downtown to Lake Forest bus arrive?

Los Angeles Downtown to Lake Forest bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Fullerton Park & Ride Dock 14 station.

Where does the Los Angeles Downtown to Lake Forest train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Los Angeles Downtown to Lake Forest?

Yes, the driving distance between Los Angeles Downtown to Lake Forest is 45 miles. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Los Angeles Downtown to Lake Forest.

How do I get a train ticket from Los Angeles Downtown to Lake Forest?

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Where can I stay near Lake Forest?

There are 909+ hotels available in Lake Forest.

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to Irvinetrain Pacific Surfliner
1h 1m
$14–30
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 5th / Los Angeles to Fullerton Park & Ride Dock 14bus 460
2. Take the bus from Fullerton Park And Ride Dock 5 to Laguna Hills Trans Ctr Dock 6bus 83
3h 17m
$4
Drive 44.6 mi
1. Drive from Los Angeles Downtown to Lake Forestcar 44.6 mi
50 min
$9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Los Angeles Downtown to Lake Foresttaxi 44.6 mi
50 min
$150–180

Los Angeles Downtown to Lake Forest by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 44.4 mi
Duration: 1h 1m

What companies run services between Los Angeles Downtown, CA, USA and Lake Forest, Orange County, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to Irvine hourly. Tickets cost $14–30 and the journey takes 1h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from 5th / Los Angeles to Laguna Hills Trans Ctr Dock 6 via Fullerton Park & Ride Dock 14 and Fullerton Park And Ride Dock 5 in around 3h 17m.

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