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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Los Angeles, CA to Lake Forest, CA
Cheapest price
$11
Average price
$11
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 15 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
68 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Los Angeles, CA to Lake Forest, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Los Angeles, CA to Lake Forest, CA will cost around $11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
Of the 1 buses that leave Los Angeles, CA for Lake Forest, CA on Thu, Jul 02, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 02 the direct buses cover the 68 km distance in an average of 1 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
On Thu, Jul 02 the slowest buses will take 1 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
3:20 PM1h15Los Angeles, CA4:35 PMLake Forest, CA$111One-way0 transfers
- 3:20 PM1h15Los Angeles, CA4:35 PMLake Forest, CA$111One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Los Angeles, CA to Lake Forest, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Los Angeles, CA to Lake Forest, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $21.
Distance: 42 miles (68 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
$11 Average price Cheapest | $21 Average price |
1h 45m Average total duration 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Los Angeles, CA to Lake Forest, CA:
A bus is $10 (€8) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Los Angeles, CA to Lake Forest, CA costing on average $21 (€17).
Other travel options to Lake Forest, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 15m.
Los Angeles, CA to Lake Forest, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 02:25AM | Arrival Time 03:50AM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $7 |
Live departures
Los Angeles, CA to Lake Forest, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Los Angeles, CA to Lake Forest, CA buses for tomorrow, Thursday, July 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3:20 PM Los Angeles, CA | 1h15 | 4:35 PM Lake Forest, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Los Angeles, CA to Lake Forest, CA
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Buses from Los Angeles, CA to Lake Forest, CA run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $7 (€6) if you book in advance.
There are 11 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:10, the last at 22:50. The fastest bus covers the 42 miles (68 km) distance in 1h 15m.
Distance 42 miles (68 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€6) |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 1h 15m |
First bus 5:10 AM |
Last bus 10:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
FAQs: Bus from Los Angeles, CA to Lake Forest, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Los Angeles, CA to Lake Forest, CA by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lake Forest, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular bus stations from Los Angeles, CA to Lake Forest, CA
Most Los Angeles, CA to Lake Forest, CA buses use the Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station) to Anaheim, Regional Transportation Intermodal Center (ARTIC) station pair. Use this guide to compare Los Angeles, CA and Lake Forest, CA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station) from Los Angeles city centre
Getting to Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes from Los Angeles city centre
Getting to Los Angeles, Gayley / Strathmore from Los Angeles city centre
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