The cheapest and fastest trains from Los Angeles, CA to Lake Forest, CA
Cheapest price
$22
Average price
$22
Fastest journey
1 h 1 m
Average duration
1 h 1 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
68 km
The best way to find a cheap train 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 $22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
Of the 1 trains that leave Los Angeles, CA for Lake Forest, CA on Tue, Dec 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 68 km distance in an average of 1 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 1 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 1 h 1 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.


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 €5. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €17.
Distance: 42 miles (68 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€17 Average price | €8 Average price Cheapest |
1h 39m Average total duration 1h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Los Angeles, CA to Lake Forest, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Los Angeles, CA to Lake Forest, CA trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, December 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:10 PM Los Angeles, CA | 1h01 | 7:11 PM Lake Forest, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Los Angeles, CA to Lake Forest, CA
Trains from Los Angeles, CA to Lake Forest, CA run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 (€17) but you can travel from only $7 (€5) by bus.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:49, the last at 22:49. The fastest train covers the 42 miles (68 km) distance in 1h 1m.
Distance 42 miles (68 km) |
Average train duration 1h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€17) |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 1h 1m |
First train 05:49 |
Last train 22:49 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Metrolink Trains from Los Angeles, CA to Lake Forest, CA trainsAmtrak, Metrolink Trains trains will get you between Los Angeles, CA and Lake Forest, CA from $7 (€5). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains 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 train. 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 train, 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Los Angeles, CA to Lake Forest, CA
- 4:30 AM - 1:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Vignes Street and Cesar Chavez Avenue.
- Traxx Restaurant
- Union Station Cafe
- Philippe The Original
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, restrooms.
- $1
- DoubleTree by Hilton Los Angeles Downtown
- Miyako Hotel Los Angeles
- Omni Los Angeles Hotel at California Plaza
- Cost $10
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: Main entrance, platforms for Amtrak and Metrolink
- Hall 2: Metro Rail connections
- Hall 3: Bus terminal
- Metro: Red Line, Purple Line, Gold Line
- Bus: Several lines available including DASH and Metro Bus
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