The cheapest and fastest trains from Los Angeles, CA to Lake Forest, CA
Cheapest price
$21
Average price
$21
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 $21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $21.
Of the 1 trains that leave Los Angeles, CA for Lake Forest, CA on Tue, Aug 25, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 25 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, Aug 25 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.
4:10 PM1h01Los Angeles, CA5:11 PMLake Forest, CA$211One-way0 transfers
4:10 PM1h01Los Angeles, CA5:11 PMLake Forest, CA$211One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Los Angeles, CA to Lake Forest, CA
Omio recommends booking the bus 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 $8. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $8, and a train costs an average of $21.
Distance: 42 miles (68 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
$32 Average price | $30 Average price Cheapest |
2h 20m Average total duration 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 57m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Los Angeles, CA to Lake Forest, CA:
A bus is $2 (€2) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Los Angeles, CA to Lake Forest, CA costing on average $32 (€26).
Other travel options to Lake Forest, CA take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 50m.
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, August 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:10 PM Los Angeles, CA | 1h01 | 5:11 PM Lake Forest, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Los Angeles, CA to Lake Forest, CA by bus or train
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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 13 times per day, taking around 1h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) but you can travel from only $8 (€6) 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 58m.
Distance 42 miles (68 km) |
Average train duration 1h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 58m |
First train 5:49 AM |
Last train 10:49 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: Amtrak from Los Angeles, CA to Lake Forest, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Los Angeles, CA and Lake Forest, CA from $8 (€6). 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
Most Los Angeles, CA to Lake Forest, CA trains use the Union Station to Irvine Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Los Angeles, CA and Lake Forest, CA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Los Angeles, CA station do trains to Lake Forest, CA leave from?
Getting to Union Station from Los Angeles city centre
Union Station train station facilities and services
Union Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Traxx Restaurant, Union Station Cafe, Philippe The Original
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Union Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Union Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Union Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Union Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Union Station: Elevators, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Los Angeles Downtown, Miyako Hotel Los Angeles, Omni Los Angeles Hotel at California Plaza.
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