What is the cheapest way to get from Sierra Madre to Lake Forest?

The cheapest way to get from Sierra Madre to Lake Forest is to line 268 bus and line 460 bus and line 83 bus which costs $5 - $6 and takes 4h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sierra Madre to Lake Forest?

The fastest way to get from Sierra Madre to Lake Forest is to drive which takes 1h 1m and costs $9 - $14.

Is there a direct bus between Sierra Madre and Lake Forest?

No, there is no direct bus from Sierra Madre to Lake Forest. However, there are services departing from Baldwin / Sierra Madre and arriving at Laguna Hills Trans Ctr Dock 6 via El Monte Station - Lower Level, Norwalk Station and Harbor-East Shuttle Area. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Sierra Madre and Lake Forest?

No, there is no direct train from Sierra Madre station to Lake Forest. However, there are services departing from Sierra Madre Villa Station and arriving at Irvine via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.

How far is it from Sierra Madre to Lake Forest?

The distance between Sierra Madre and Lake Forest is 61 miles. The road distance is 50.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sierra Madre to Lake Forest without a car is to tram and train via Los Angeles which takes 2h 45m and costs $17 - $35.

How long does it take to get from Sierra Madre to Lake Forest?

It takes approximately 2h 45m to get from Sierra Madre to Lake Forest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sierra Madre to Lake Forest bus from?

Sierra Madre to Lake Forest bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Baldwin / Sierra Madre station.

Where do I catch the Sierra Madre to Lake Forest train from?

Sierra Madre to Lake Forest train services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Sierra Madre Villa Station.

Where does the Sierra Madre to Lake Forest bus arrive?

Sierra Madre to Lake Forest bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at El Monte Station - Lower Level.

Where does the Sierra Madre to Lake Forest train arrive?

Sierra Madre to Lake Forest train services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Union Station - Metro A-Line.

Can I drive from Sierra Madre to Lake Forest?

Yes, the driving distance between Sierra Madre to Lake Forest is 51 miles. It takes approximately 1h 1m to drive from Sierra Madre to Lake Forest.

Where can I stay near Lake Forest?

There are 1087+ hotels available in Lake Forest.

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There are 4 ways to get from Sierra Madre to Lake Forest by tram, train, bus, or car

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Tram, train via Los Angeles
best
1. Take the tram from Sierra Madre Villa Station to Union Station - Metro A-Linetram Metro A Line
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Irvinetrain Pacific Surfliner
2h 45m
$18–34
Line 268 bus, line 460 bus, line 83 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Baldwin / Sierra Madre to El Monte Station - Lower Levelbus 268
2. Take the bus from Norwalk Station to Disneyland Employee's Entrancebus 460
3. Take the bus from Harbor-East Shuttle Area to Laguna Hills Trans Ctr Dock 6bus 83
4h 35m
$6
Drive 50.3 mi
1. Drive from Sierra Madre to Lake Forestcar 50.3 mi
1h 1m
$10–14
Tram, train
1. Take the tram from Sierra Madre Villa Station to Union Station - Metro A-Linetram Metro A Line
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Irvinetrain OC Line
2h 57m
$13–17

Sierra Madre to Lake Forest by bus, tram, and train

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Distance: 61 mi
Duration: 2h 45m

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

You can take a bus from Baldwin / Sierra Madre to Laguna Hills Trans Ctr Dock 6 via El Monte Station - Lower Level, Norwalk Station, Disneyland Employee's Entrance, and Harbor-East Shuttle Area in around 4h 35m.

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