What is the cheapest way to get from San Clemente to Lake Forest?

The cheapest way to get from San Clemente to Lake Forest is to line 91 bus which costs $2 and takes 1h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Clemente to Lake Forest?

The fastest way to get from San Clemente to Lake Forest is to drive which takes 22 min and costs $3 - $5.

Is there a direct bus between San Clemente and Lake Forest?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Calle De Los Molinos-Avd Pico and arriving at Laguna Hills Trans Ctr Dock 7. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 19m.

Is there a direct train between San Clemente and Lake Forest?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from San Clemente Pier Amtrak and arriving at Irvine. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 31 min.

How far is it from San Clemente to Lake Forest?

The distance between San Clemente and Lake Forest is 20 miles. The road distance is 18.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from San Clemente to Lake Forest without a car is to train which takes 31 min and costs $7 - $10.

How long does it take to get from San Clemente to Lake Forest?

The train from San Clemente Pier Amtrak to Irvine takes 31 min including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the San Clemente to Lake Forest bus from?

San Clemente to Lake Forest bus services, operated by OCTA, depart from Calle De Los Molinos-Avd Pico station.

Where do I catch the San Clemente to Lake Forest train from?

San Clemente to Lake Forest train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Clemente Pier Amtrak station.

Train or bus from San Clemente to Lake Forest?

The best way to get from San Clemente to Lake Forest is to train which takes 31 min and costs $7 - $10. Alternatively, you can line 91 bus, which costs $2 and takes 1h 19m.

Where does the San Clemente to Lake Forest bus arrive?

San Clemente to Lake Forest bus services, operated by OCTA, arrive at Laguna Hills Trans Ctr Dock 7 station.

Where does the San Clemente to Lake Forest train arrive?

San Clemente to Lake Forest train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Irvine station.

Can I drive from San Clemente to Lake Forest?

Yes, the driving distance between San Clemente to Lake Forest is 19 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from San Clemente to Lake Forest.

How do I get a train ticket from San Clemente to Lake Forest?

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Where can I stay near Lake Forest?

There are 1058+ hotels available in Lake Forest.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from San Clemente Pier Amtrak to Irvinetrain Pacific Surfliner
31 min
$7–10
Line 91 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Calle De Los Molinos-Avd Pico to Laguna Hills Trans Ctr Dock 7bus 91
1h 19m
$2
Drive 18.6 mi
1. Drive from San Clemente to Lake Forestcar 18.6 mi
22 min
$4–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from San Clemente to Lake Foresttaxi 18.6 mi
22 min
$60–75

San Clemente to Lake Forest by train

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Distance: 19.8 mi
Duration: 31 min

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

Amtrak operates a train from San Clemente Pier Amtrak to Irvine every 2 hours. Tickets cost $10–17 and the journey takes 31 min. Metrolink Trains also services this route once daily. Alternatively, OCTA operates a bus from Calle De Los Molinos-Avd Pico to Laguna Hills Trans Ctr Dock 7 hourly. Tickets cost $2 and the journey takes 1h 19m.

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