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

The cheapest way to get from Mission Viejo to Palmdale is to bus and train which costs $14 - $21 and takes 6h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mission Viejo to Palmdale is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs $17 - $26.

Is there a direct train between Mission Viejo and Palmdale?

No, there is no direct train from Mission Viejo to Palmdale station. However, there are services departing from Santa Ana and arriving at Palmdale Station via L.A. Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.

How far is it from Mission Viejo to Palmdale?

The distance between Mission Viejo and Palmdale is 119 miles. The road distance is 96.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Mission Viejo to Palmdale without a car is to train which takes 5h 18m and costs $23 - $40.

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

It takes approximately 5h 18m to get from Mission Viejo to Palmdale, including transfers.

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

Mission Viejo to Palmdale train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Santa Ana station.

Where does the Mission Viejo to Palmdale train arrive?

Mission Viejo to Palmdale train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Mission Viejo to Palmdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Mission Viejo to Palmdale is 97 miles. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Mission Viejo to Palmdale.

Where can I stay near Palmdale?

There are 67+ hotels available in Palmdale.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Santa Ana to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Palmdale Stationtrain AV Line
5h 18m
$23–40
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Laguna Hills Trans Ctr Dock 5 to Fullerton Park And Ride Dock 5bus 83
2. Take the bus from Fullerton Park & Ride Dock 14 to 6th / Broadwaybus 460
3. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Palmdale Stationtrain
6h 35m
$14–21
Bus, train via San Fernando
1. Take the bus from Santa Ana to Pacoima - San Fernandobus Lxit 3324
2. Take the train from Sylmar / San Fernando to Palmdale Stationtrain AV Line
5h 41m
$38–57
Drive 96.2 mi
1. Drive from Mission Viejo to Palmdalecar 96.2 mi
2h 1m
$18–26

Mission Viejo to Palmdale by bus, train, and foot

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5h 18mAverage Duration

$23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 118.8 mi
Duration: 5h 18m

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

You can take a bus from Laguna Hills Trans Ctr Dock 5 to Palmdale Station via Santa Ana-Santiago, Santa Ana, Los Angeles, and L.A. Union Station in around 5h 18m.

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