What is the cheapest way to get from Mission Viejo to Needles?

The cheapest way to get from Mission Viejo to Needles is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mission Viejo to Needles?

The fastest way to get from Mission Viejo to Needles is to drive which takes 4h 14m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct train between Mission Viejo and Needles?

No, there is no direct train from Mission Viejo to Needles station. However, there are services departing from Santa Ana and arriving at Needles Station via Fullerton Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 55m.

How far is it from Mission Viejo to Needles?

The distance between Mission Viejo and Needles is 305 miles. The road distance is 261 miles.

How do I travel from Mission Viejo to Needles without a car?

The best way to get from Mission Viejo to Needles without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 53m and costs $65 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Mission Viejo to Needles?

It takes approximately 7h 53m to get from Mission Viejo to Needles, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mission Viejo to Needles train from?

Mission Viejo to Needles train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Fullerton Amtrak Station.

Where does the Mission Viejo to Needles train arrive?

Mission Viejo to Needles train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Needles Station.

Can I drive from Mission Viejo to Needles?

Yes, the driving distance between Mission Viejo to Needles is 261 miles. It takes approximately 4h 14m to drive from Mission Viejo to Needles.

Where can I stay near Needles?

There are 34+ hotels available in Needles.

Mission Viejo to Needles - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Mission Viejo to Needles by bus, train, car, plane, shuttle, or train (Amtrak)

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Santa Ana Bus Stop to Victorville Transit Centerbus Greyhound US0900
2. Take the train from Victorville Amtrak to Needles Stationtrain Southwest Chief
7h 53m
$65–146
Drive 259.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Mission Viejo to Needlescar 259.5 mi
4h 14m
$48–69
Fly, shuttle, train
1. Fly from John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA) to Harry Reid International Airport (LAS)plane SNA - LAS
2. Take a shuttle bus from Harry Reid International to Kingman, AZshuttle
3. Take the train from Kingman Station to Needles Stationtrain
6h 53m
$240–512
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Needles Stationtrain Southwest Chief
7h 55m
$83–181

Mission Viejo to Needles by bus and train

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7h 53mAverage Duration

$65Cheapest Price

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Distance: 303.7 mi
Duration: 7h 53m

What companies run services between Mission Viejo, CA, USA and Needles, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Needles Station once daily. Tickets cost $75–170 and the journey takes 5h 43m.

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