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

The cheapest way to get from Lake Forest to Riverside is to drive which costs $7 - $11 and takes 43 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Lake Forest to Riverside is to drive which takes 43 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct train between Lake Forest and Riverside?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Irvine and arriving at Riverside - Downtown. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 12m.

How far is it from Lake Forest to Riverside?

The distance between Lake Forest and Riverside is 49 miles. The road distance is 39.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lake Forest to Riverside without a car is to train which takes 1h 12m and costs $9 - $13.

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

The train from Irvine to Riverside - Downtown takes 1h 12m including transfers and departs every four hours.

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

Lake Forest to Riverside train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, depart from Irvine station.

Where does the Lake Forest to Riverside train arrive?

Lake Forest to Riverside train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, arrive at Riverside - Downtown station.

Can I drive from Lake Forest to Riverside?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake Forest to Riverside is 40 miles. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Lake Forest to Riverside.

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

Book your Lake Forest to Riverside train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Riverside?

There are 250+ hotels available in Riverside.

Lake Forest to Riverside - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

There are 3 ways to get from Lake Forest to Riverside by 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Irvine to Riverside - Downtowntrain IE-OC Line
1h 12m
$9–13
Drive 39.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lake Forest to Riversidecar 39.4 mi
43 min
$8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Lake Forest to Riversidetaxi 39.4 mi
43 min
$120–150

Lake Forest to Riverside by train

49Weekly Trains

1h 12mAverage Duration

$9Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Lake Forest to Riverside.

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Distance: 48.7 mi
Duration: 1h 12m

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

Metrolink Trains operates a train from Irvine to Riverside - Downtown every 4 hours. Tickets cost $9–13 and the journey takes 1h 12m.

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