What is the cheapest way to get from Palmdale to Dana Point?

The cheapest way to get from Palmdale to Dana Point is to train and line 90 bus which costs $14 - $21 and takes 5h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Palmdale to Dana Point?

The fastest way to get from Palmdale to Dana Point is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs $19 - $28.

Is there a direct train between Palmdale and Dana Point?

No, there is no direct train from Palmdale station to Dana Point station. However, there are services departing from Palmdale Station and arriving at San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.

How far is it from Palmdale to Dana Point?

The distance between Palmdale and Dana Point is 130 miles. The road distance is 106.8 miles.

How do I travel from Palmdale to Dana Point without a car?

The best way to get from Palmdale to Dana Point without a car is to train which takes 4h 46m and costs $30 - $60.

How long does it take to get from Palmdale to Dana Point?

It takes approximately 4h 46m to get from Palmdale to Dana Point, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palmdale to Dana Point train from?

Palmdale to Dana Point train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, depart from Palmdale Station.

Where does the Palmdale to Dana Point train arrive?

Palmdale to Dana Point train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, arrive at L.A. Union Station.

Can I drive from Palmdale to Dana Point?

Yes, the driving distance between Palmdale to Dana Point is 107 miles. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Palmdale to Dana Point.

Where can I stay near Dana Point?

There are 265+ hotels available in Dana Point.

Palmdale to Dana Point - 4 ways to travel via train, car, line 90 bus, and bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Palmdale Station to L.A. Union Stationtrain AV Line
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
4h 46m
$31–57
Train, line 90 bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Palmdale Station to L.A. Union Stationtrain
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Tustintrain
3. Take the bus from Tustin Metrolink Station-Dock 8 to Golden Lantern-Pacific Coastbus 90
5h 43m
$15–21
Drive 106.1 mi
1. Drive from Palmdale to Dana Pointcar 106.1 mi
2h 15m
$20–28
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Palmdale Station to L.A. Union Stationtrain AV Line
2. Take the bus from 7Th-Channel to Golden Lantern-Pacific Coastbus 1
6h 31m
$17–21

Palmdale to Dana Point by train, foot, and bus

52Weekly Services

4h 46mAverage Duration

$31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 128.8 mi
Duration: 4h 46m

What companies run services between Palmdale, CA, USA and Dana Point, CA, USA?

You can take a train from Palmdale Station to Del Obispo-Stonehill via L.A. Union Station, Los Angeles, San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station, and Camino Capistrano-Old Mission in around 4h 46m.

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