What is the cheapest way to get from Dallas to Lake Forest?

The cheapest way to get from Dallas to Lake Forest is to bus which costs $120 - $360 and takes 34h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dallas to Lake Forest?

The fastest way to get from Dallas to Lake Forest is to fly which takes 5h 8m and costs $160 - $700.

Is there a direct train between Dallas and Lake Forest?

No, there is no direct train from Dallas to Lake Forest. However, there are services departing from Dallas and arriving at Irvine via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 45h 36m.

How far is it from Dallas to Lake Forest?

The distance between Dallas and Lake Forest is 1238 miles. The road distance is 1401.2 miles.

How do I travel from Dallas to Lake Forest without a car?

The best way to get from Dallas to Lake Forest without a car is to bus and train which takes 29h 57m and costs $200 - $290.

How long does it take to get from Dallas to Lake Forest?

It takes approximately 5h 8m to get from Dallas to Lake Forest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dallas to Lake Forest train from?

Dallas to Lake Forest train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Dallas station.

Train, bus or fly from Dallas to Lake Forest?

The best way to get from Dallas to Lake Forest is to fly which takes 5h 8m and costs $160 - $700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $180 - $400 and takes 45h 36m, you could also bus, which costs $120 - $360 and takes 34h 39m.

What is the time difference between Dallas and Lake Forest?

Lake Forest is 2h behind Dallas. It is currently 5:23 AM in Dallas and 3:23 AM in Lake Forest.

Where does the Dallas to Lake Forest train arrive?

Dallas to Lake Forest train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Dallas to Lake Forest?

Yes, the driving distance between Dallas to Lake Forest is 1401 miles. It takes approximately 22h 24m to drive from Dallas to Lake Forest.

How do I get a train ticket from Dallas to Lake Forest?

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Where can I stay near Lake Forest?

There are 934+ hotels available in Lake Forest.

Dallas to Lake Forest - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Dallas to Lake Forest by plane, bus, train, train (Amtrak), car, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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

Fly Dallas to John Wayne Airport Orange County
best
1. Fly from Dallas (DAL) to John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA)plane DAL - SNA
5h 8m
$166–656
Fly Dallas to Los Angeles International Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Dallas (DAL) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane DAL - LAX
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Irvinetrain
8h 25m
$101–403
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Dallas to El Pasobus
2. Take the bus from El Paso to San Bernardino, CAbus
3. Take the train from San Bernardino - Downtown to Irvinetrain
29h 57m
$203–287
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Dallas to Los Angelestrain Texas Eagle
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Irvinetrain Pacific Surfliner
45h 36m
$182–398
Drive 1,393 mi
1. Drive from Dallas to Lake Forestcar 1,393 mi
22h 24m
$255–368
Fly Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to John Wayne Airport Orange County
1. Fly from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA)plane DFW - SNA
5h 58m
$193–603
Fly Dallas to San Diego International Airport, train
1. Fly from Dallas (DAL) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane DAL - SAN
2. Take the train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to Irvinetrain
7h 50m
$170–784
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dallas Bus Station to Los Angeles Union Stationbus Greyhound US1000
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Santa Ana Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0900 / ...
34h 39m
$127–357

Dallas to Lake Forest by train (Amtrak)

3Weekly Trains

45h 36mAverage Duration

$182Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Dallas to Lake Forest.

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Distance: 1,230.9 mi
Duration: 5h 8m

What companies run services between Dallas, TX, USA and Lake Forest, Orange County, CA, USA?

Southwest Airlines flies from Dallas (DAL) to John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Dallas to Irvine via Los Angeles in around 45h 36m.

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