What is the cheapest way to get from Brea to Dana Point?

The cheapest way to get from Brea to Dana Point is to bus and line 1 bus which costs $4 and takes 3h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Brea to Dana Point?

The fastest way to get from Brea to Dana Point is to drive which takes 45 min and costs $6 - $10.

Is there a direct bus between Brea and Dana Point?

No, there is no direct bus from Brea to Dana Point. However, there are services departing from State College-Imperial and arriving at Golden Lantern-Pacific Coast via Newport Trans Ctr Dock 6. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

How far is it from Brea to Dana Point?

The distance between Brea and Dana Point is 40 miles. The road distance is 37.6 miles.

How do I travel from Brea to Dana Point without a car?

The best way to get from Brea to Dana Point without a car is to line 143 bus and train which takes 2h 18m and costs $11 - $22.

How long does it take to get from Brea to Dana Point?

It takes approximately 2h 18m to get from Brea to Dana Point, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brea to Dana Point bus from?

Brea to Dana Point bus services, operated by OCTA, depart from State College-Imperial station.

Where does the Brea to Dana Point bus arrive?

Brea to Dana Point bus services, operated by OCTA, arrive at Newport Trans Ctr Dock 3 station.

Can I drive from Brea to Dana Point?

Yes, the driving distance between Brea to Dana Point is 38 miles. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Brea to Dana Point.

Where can I stay near Dana Point?

There are 243+ hotels available in Dana Point.

Brea to Dana Point - 4 ways to travel via train, line 143 bus, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Brea to Dana Point by bus, train, car, or taxi

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

Line 143 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Brea-Imperial to Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 4bus 143
2. Take the train from Fullerton Amtrak Station to San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
2h 18m
$11–22
Bus, line 1 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from State College-Imperial to Newport Trans Ctr Dock 3bus 57
2. Take the bus from Newport Trans Ctr Dock 6 to Golden Lantern-Pacific Coastbus 1
3h 21m
$4
Drive 37.4 mi
1. Drive from Brea to Dana Pointcar 37.4 mi
45 min
$7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Brea to Dana Pointtaxi 37.4 mi
45 min
$160–200

Brea to Dana Point by bus and train

114Weekly Services

2h 18mAverage Duration

$11Cheapest Price

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Distance: 39.3 mi
Duration: 2h 18m

What companies run services between Brea, CA, USA and Dana Point, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from State College-Imperial to Golden Lantern-Pacific Coast via Newport Trans Ctr Dock 3 and Newport Trans Ctr Dock 6 in around 3h 21m.

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