What is the cheapest way to get from Balboa Park to Porter Ranch?

The cheapest way to get from Balboa Park to Porter Ranch is to drive which costs $26 - $40 and takes 2h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Balboa Park to Porter Ranch?

The fastest way to get from Balboa Park to Porter Ranch is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Balboa Park and Porter Ranch?

No, there is no direct bus from Balboa Park to Porter Ranch. However, there are services departing from University Av & Park Bl and arriving at Van Nuys FlyAway Terminal - 7610 Woodley Ave via San Diego and LAX Tom Bradley International Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Balboa Park and Porter Ranch?

No, there is no direct train from Balboa Park to Porter Ranch. However, there are services departing from San Diego and arriving at Chatsworth via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

How far is it from Balboa Park to Porter Ranch?

The distance between Balboa Park and Porter Ranch is 163 miles. The road distance is 147.2 miles.

How do I travel from Balboa Park to Porter Ranch without a car?

The best way to get from Balboa Park to Porter Ranch without a car is to train which takes 5h 28m and costs $65 - $130.

How long does it take to get from Balboa Park to Porter Ranch?

It takes approximately 5h 28m to get from Balboa Park to Porter Ranch, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balboa Park to Porter Ranch bus from?

Balboa Park to Porter Ranch bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from University Av & Park Bl station.

Where do I catch the Balboa Park to Porter Ranch train from?

Balboa Park to Porter Ranch train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Diego station.

Train or bus from Balboa Park to Porter Ranch?

The best way to get from Balboa Park to Porter Ranch is to train which takes 5h 28m and costs $65 - $130. Alternatively, you can line 10 bus and bus, which costs $95 - $180 and takes 5h 51m.

Where does the Balboa Park to Porter Ranch bus arrive?

Balboa Park to Porter Ranch bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at Old Town Transit Center station.

Where does the Balboa Park to Porter Ranch train arrive?

Balboa Park to Porter Ranch train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chatsworth station.

Can I drive from Balboa Park to Porter Ranch?

Yes, the driving distance between Balboa Park to Porter Ranch is 147 miles. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Balboa Park to Porter Ranch.

Where can I stay near Porter Ranch?

There are 171+ hotels available in Porter Ranch.

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There are 5 ways to get from Balboa Park to Porter Ranch by train (Amtrak), bus, car, plane, taxi, or bus (Amtrak)

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from San Diego to Chatsworthtrain Pacific Surfliner
5h 28m
$68–125
Drive 146.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Balboa Park to Porter Ranchcar 146.3 mi
2h 35m
$27–39
Line 10 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from University Av & Park Bl to Old Town Transit Centerbus 10
2. Take the bus from San Diego to LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stopbus
3. Take the bus from LAX Tom Bradley International Terminal to Van Nuys FlyAway Terminal - 7610 Woodley Avebus Lax
5h 51m
$100–173
Fly, taxi
1. Fly from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane SAN - LAX
2. Take the taxi from Van Nuys FlyAway Terminal - 7610 Woodley Ave to Porter Ranchtaxi
4h 50m
$216–1,168
Bus, line 240 bus
1. Take the bus from San Diego to Los Angelesbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Universal / Studio City Station to Reseda / Devonshirebus 240
6h 55m
$56–87

San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) flights

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Distance: 162.5 mi
Duration: 5h 28m

What companies run services between Balboa Park, San Diego County, CA, USA and Porter Ranch, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from San Diego to Chatsworth 5 times a day. Tickets cost $50–100 and the journey takes 3h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Balboa Park to Porter Ranch via University Av & Park Bl, Old Town Transit Center, San Diego, LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop, LAX Tom Bradley International Terminal, and Van Nuys FlyAway Terminal - 7610 Woodley Ave in around 5h 51m.

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