What is the cheapest way to get from Alhambra to Brea?

The cheapest way to get from Alhambra to Brea is to drive which costs $4 - $6 and takes 37 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Alhambra to Brea?

The fastest way to get from Alhambra to Brea is to drive which takes 37 min and costs $4 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between Alhambra and Brea?

No, there is no direct bus from Alhambra to Brea. However, there are services departing from Main / Garfield and arriving at Brea-Imperial via Los Angeles and Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

How far is it from Alhambra to Brea?

The distance between Alhambra and Brea is 42 miles. The road distance is 22.4 miles.

How do I travel from Alhambra to Brea without a car?

The best way to get from Alhambra to Brea without a car is to line 78 bus and train and line 143 bus which takes 2h 50m and costs $9 - $13.

How long does it take to get from Alhambra to Brea?

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Alhambra to Brea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alhambra to Brea bus from?

Alhambra to Brea bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Main / Garfield station.

Where does the Alhambra to Brea bus arrive?

Alhambra to Brea bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Cesar E Chavez / Vignes station.

Can I drive from Alhambra to Brea?

Yes, the driving distance between Alhambra to Brea is 22 miles. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Alhambra to Brea.

Where can I stay near Brea?

There are 935+ hotels available in Brea.

Alhambra to Brea - 6 ways to travel via train, line 78 bus, and line 143 bus

There are 6 ways to get from Alhambra to Brea by bus, train, tram, car, taxi, or bus (Amtrak)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Line 78 bus, train, line 143 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Main / Garfield to Cesar E Chavez / Vignes78
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Fullerton
3. Take the bus from Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 4 to Brea-Imperial143
2h 50m
$10–13
Drive 22.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Alhambra to Brea22.2 mi
37 min
$5–6
Tram, train, line 143 bus
1. Take the tram from Del Mar Station to Union Station - Metro A-Line
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Fullerton
3. Take the bus from Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 4 to Brea-Imperial143
2h 50m
$11–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Alhambra to Brea22.2 mi
37 min
$100–120
Line 78 bus, train, line 143 bus via Los Angeles
1. Take the bus from Main / Garfield to Cesar E Chavez / Vignes78
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Fullerton Amtrak Station
3. Take the bus from Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 4 to Brea-Imperial143
3h 2m
$17–20
Line 78 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Main / Garfield to Cesar E Chavez / Vignes78
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles to Fullerton Amtrak StationAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
3h 8m

Alhambra to Brea by bus and train

112Weekly Services

2h 50mAverage Duration

$10Cheapest Price

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Distance: 42.1 mi
Duration: 2h 50m

What companies run services between Alhambra, CA, USA and Brea, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Main / Garfield to Brea-Imperial via Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, Los Angeles, Fullerton Amtrak Station, and Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 4 in around 3h 8m.

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