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How to get fromSouth Pasadena to Laguna Beachby train, tram, bus, or car

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There are 4 ways to get from South Pasadena to Laguna Beach by train, tram, bus, or car

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  1. Train

    best
    1. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Laguna Niguel / Mission Viejotrain train OC Line
    2h 50m
    $41–60

  2. Tram, bus

    cheapest
    1. Take the tram from South Pasadena Station to 5th Street Stationtram tram Metro A Line
    2. Take the bus from 7Th-Channel to Coast-Oceanbus bus 1
    4h 13m
    $6

  3. Drive 52.2 mi

    1. Drive from South Pasadena to Laguna Beachcar car 52.2 mi
    58 min
    $10–14

  4. Bus

    1. Take the bus from El Monte Station - Lower Level to 7th / Channelbus bus 577
    2. Take the bus from 7Th-Channel to Coast-Oceanbus bus 1
    4h 29m
    $6–11

South Pasadena to Laguna Beach by tram and bus

Calendar110Weekly Services
Duration4h 13mAverage Duration
Ticket$6Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 70 mi
  • Duration: 2h 50m

What companies run services between South Pasadena, CA, USA and Laguna Beach, CA, USA?

Metrolink Trains operates a train from L.A. Union Station to Laguna Niguel / Mission Viejo every 3 hours. Tickets cost $9–13 and the journey takes 1h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fair Oaks / Mission to Coast-Ocean via Cal State La Transit Center, Cal State LA Busway Station, El Monte Station - Lower Level, 7th / Channel, and 7Th-Channel in around 4h 29m.

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