What is the cheapest way to get from Northridge to Balboa Island?

The cheapest way to get from Northridge to Balboa Island is to drive which costs $12 - $18 and takes 1h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Northridge to Balboa Island?

The fastest way to get from Northridge to Balboa Island is to drive which takes 1h 19m and costs $12 - $18.

Is there a direct train between Northridge and Balboa Island?

No, there is no direct train from Northridge to Balboa Island. However, there are services departing from Northridge and arriving at Santa Ana via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.

How far is it from Northridge to Balboa Island?

The distance between Northridge and Balboa Island is 72 miles. The road distance is 66.4 miles.

How do I travel from Northridge to Balboa Island without a car?

The best way to get from Northridge to Balboa Island without a car is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs $75 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Northridge to Balboa Island?

It takes approximately 2h 18m to get from Northridge to Balboa Island, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Northridge to Balboa Island train from?

Northridge to Balboa Island train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Northridge station.

Where does the Northridge to Balboa Island train arrive?

Northridge to Balboa Island train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Santa Ana station.

Can I drive from Northridge to Balboa Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Northridge to Balboa Island is 66 miles. It takes approximately 1h 19m to drive from Northridge to Balboa Island.

Where can I stay near Balboa Island?

There are 1504+ hotels available in Balboa Island.

Northridge to Balboa Island - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and line 553 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Northridge to Balboa Island by train (Amtrak), car, train, or bus

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Northridge to Santa Anatrain Pacific Surfliner
2h 18m
$78–110
Drive 66 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Northridge to Balboa Islandcar 66 mi
1h 19m
$12–18
Train, line 553 bus
1. Take the train from Northridge to Anaheimtrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Artic - Dock 2 to Sunflower-Bristolbus 553
3h 46m
$44–62
Train, line 55 bus
1. Take the train from Northridge to Santa Anatrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Flower-6Th to Bayside-Ent 919 Newportbus 55
4h 1m
$37–54

Northridge to Balboa Island by train and bus

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4h 1mAverage Duration

$37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 71.2 mi
Duration: 2h 18m

What companies run services between Northridge, CA, USA and Balboa Island, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Northridge to Santa Ana twice daily. Tickets cost $30–50 and the journey takes 2h 1m.

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