What is the cheapest way to get from Ojai to Lake Forest?

The cheapest way to get from Ojai to Lake Forest is to drive which costs $22 - $35 and takes 2h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ojai to Lake Forest?

The fastest way to get from Ojai to Lake Forest is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Ojai and Lake Forest?

No, there is no direct bus from Ojai to Lake Forest. However, there are services departing from Ojai Ave & Fox and arriving at Santa Ana via VTC at Pacific View Mall and Oxnard. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Ojai and Lake Forest?

No, there is no direct train from Ojai to Lake Forest. However, there are services departing from Ventura - East and arriving at Irvine via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from Ojai to Lake Forest?

The distance between Ojai and Lake Forest is 137 miles. The road distance is 125.8 miles.

How do I travel from Ojai to Lake Forest without a car?

The best way to get from Ojai to Lake Forest without a car is to train which takes 4h 15m and costs $110 - $160.

How long does it take to get from Ojai to Lake Forest?

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Ojai to Lake Forest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ojai to Lake Forest bus from?

Ojai to Lake Forest bus services, operated by Limousine Express, depart from Oxnard station.

Where do I catch the Ojai to Lake Forest train from?

Ojai to Lake Forest train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, depart from Ventura - East station.

Train or bus from Ojai to Lake Forest?

The best way to get from Ojai to Lake Forest is to train which takes 4h 15m and costs $110 - $160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $55 and takes 7h 35m.

Where does the Ojai to Lake Forest bus arrive?

Ojai to Lake Forest bus services, operated by Limousine Express, arrive at Santa Ana station.

Where does the Ojai to Lake Forest train arrive?

Ojai to Lake Forest train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, arrive at L.A. Union Station.

Can I drive from Ojai to Lake Forest?

Yes, the driving distance between Ojai to Lake Forest is 126 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Ojai to Lake Forest.

Where can I stay near Lake Forest?

There are 1065+ hotels available in Lake Forest.

Ojai to Lake Forest - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 16 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Ojai to Lake Forest by train (Amtrak), bus, car, or train

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ventura - East to L.A. Union Stationtrain VC Line
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Irvinetrain Pacific Surfliner
4h 15m
$114–151
Drive 125 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ojai to Lake Forestcar 125 mi
2h 26m
$23–33
Bus
1. Take the bus from Oxnard to Santa Anabus Lxus 3103
7h 35m
$34–52
Line 16 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ojai Ave & Fox to VTC at Pacific View Mallbus 16
2. Take the train from Oxnard to Irvinetrain Pacific Surfliner
6h 21m
$28–66

Ojai to Lake Forest by bus and train

7Weekly Services

7h 35mAverage Duration

$34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 136.3 mi
Duration: 4h 15m

What companies run services between Ojai, CA, USA and Lake Forest, Orange County, CA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Ojai to Irvine via Ventura - East, L.A. Union Station, and Los Angeles in around 4h 15m. Alternatively, Limousine Express operates a bus from Oxnard to Santa Ana once daily. Tickets cost $30–45 and the journey takes 3h 45m.

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