What is the cheapest way to get from Palm Desert to Lake Forest?

The cheapest way to get from Palm Desert to Lake Forest is to drive which costs $19 - $29 and takes 1h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Palm Desert to Lake Forest?

The fastest way to get from Palm Desert to Lake Forest is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs $19 - $29.

Is there a direct bus between Palm Desert and Lake Forest?

No, there is no direct bus from Palm Desert to Lake Forest station. However, there are services departing from Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop and arriving at Fullerton Amtrak Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

How far is it from Palm Desert to Lake Forest?

The distance between Palm Desert and Lake Forest is 125 miles. The road distance is 108.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Palm Desert to Lake Forest without a car is to bus which takes 3h 52m and costs $40 - $60.

How long does it take to get from Palm Desert to Lake Forest?

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Palm Desert to Lake Forest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palm Desert to Lake Forest bus from?

Palm Desert to Lake Forest bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Where does the Palm Desert to Lake Forest bus arrive?

Palm Desert to Lake Forest bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Fullerton Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Palm Desert to Lake Forest?

Yes, the driving distance between Palm Desert to Lake Forest is 109 miles. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Palm Desert to Lake Forest.

Where can I stay near Lake Forest?

There are 1086+ hotels available in Lake Forest.

Palm Desert to Lake Forest - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop to Fullerton Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
3h 52m
$42–60
Drive 108 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Palm Desert to Lake Forestcar 108 mi
1h 56m
$20–29
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Indio, CA to San Bernardino, CAbus El Paso / ...
2. Take the train from San Bernardino - Downtown to Irvinetrain IE-OC Line
4h 3m
$66–95
Bus, line 83 bus
1. Take the bus from Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop to Fullerton Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Harbor-East Shuttle Area to Laguna Hills Trans Ctr Dock 6bus 83
4h 34m
$39–54

Palm Desert to Lake Forest by bus and train (Amtrak)

7Weekly Services

3h 52mAverage Duration

$42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 124 mi
Duration: 3h 52m

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

Amtrak operates a bus from Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop to Fullerton Amtrak Station once daily. Tickets cost $35–50 and the journey takes 2h 50m.

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