What is the cheapest way to get from La Jolla to Lake Elsinore?

The cheapest way to get from La Jolla to Lake Elsinore is to drive which costs $13 - $20 and takes 1h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from La Jolla to Lake Elsinore?

The fastest way to get from La Jolla to Lake Elsinore is to drive which takes 1h 17m and costs $13 - $20.

Is there a direct bus between La Jolla and Lake Elsinore?

No, there is no direct bus from La Jolla to Lake Elsinore. However, there are services departing from Silverado St & Herschel Av and arriving at Hwy 74 + Cambern via San Diego, San Bernardino Transit Center, Vine St. Mobility Hub and Perris Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 24m.

How far is it from La Jolla to Lake Elsinore?

The distance between La Jolla and Lake Elsinore is 175 miles. The road distance is 73.2 miles.

How do I travel from La Jolla to Lake Elsinore without a car?

The best way to get from La Jolla to Lake Elsinore without a car is to train which takes 7h 22m and costs $40 - $55.

How long does it take to get from La Jolla to Lake Elsinore?

It takes approximately 7h 22m to get from La Jolla to Lake Elsinore, including transfers.

Where do I catch the La Jolla to Lake Elsinore bus from?

La Jolla to Lake Elsinore bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from San Diego station.

Train or bus from La Jolla to Lake Elsinore?

The best way to get from La Jolla to Lake Elsinore is to train which takes 7h 22m and costs $40 - $55. Alternatively, you can bus and line 22 bus, which costs $27 - $65 and takes 8h 24m.

Where does the La Jolla to Lake Elsinore bus arrive?

La Jolla to Lake Elsinore bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center station.

Can I drive from La Jolla to Lake Elsinore?

Yes, the driving distance between La Jolla to Lake Elsinore is 73 miles. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from La Jolla to Lake Elsinore.

Where can I stay near Lake Elsinore?

There are 81+ hotels available in Lake Elsinore.

La Jolla to Lake Elsinore - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 22 bus

There are 4 ways to get from La Jolla to Lake Elsinore by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), car, bus, or train

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to Fullerton Amtrak StationPacific Surfliner
2. Take the train from Fullerton to Perris - Downtown91-PV Line
7h 22m
$42–55
Drive 72.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from La Jolla to Lake Elsinore72.8 mi
1h 17m
$14–20
Bus, line 22 bus
1. Take the bus from San Diego to San Bernardino Downtown Transit CenterFlixBus 2015 / ...
2. Take the bus from Vine St. Mobility Hub to Perris Transit Center22
8h 24m
$28–62
Bus, train, line 22 bus
1. Take the bus from Gilman Dr & Myers Dr to Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8101
2. Take the train from Oceanside to Riverside - Downtown
3. Take the bus from Vine St. Mobility Hub to Perris Transit Center22
8h 55m
$20–34

La Jolla to Lake Elsinore by bus and train

39Weekly Services

7h 22mAverage Duration

$42Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from La Jolla to Lake Elsinore.

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Distance: 174.4 mi
Duration: 7h 22m

What companies run services between La Jolla, San Diego County, CA, USA and Lake Elsinore, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Silverado St & Herschel Av to Hwy 74 + El Toro Cut Off via Old Town Transit Center, San Diego Old Town Transportation Center, Fullerton Amtrak Station, Fullerton, Perris - Downtown, and Perris Transit Center in around 7h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Silverado St & Herschel Av to Hwy 74 + Cambern via Old Town Transit Center, San Diego, San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center, San Bernardino Transit Center, Vine Street Mobility Hub, Vine St. Mobility Hub, and Perris Transit Center in around 8h 24m.

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