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How to get fromLos Angeles to Ladera Ranchby train, bus (Amtrak), car or train (Amtrak)

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There are 4 ways to get from Los Angeles to Ladera Ranch by train, bus (Amtrak), car, or train (Amtrak)

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  1. Train

    best
    1. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Laguna Niguel / Mission ViejotrainOC Line
    1h 22m
    $23–29
  2. Drive 52.5 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Los Angeles to Ladera Ranchcar52.5 mi
    57 min
    $10–14
  3. Bus (Amtrak)

    1. Take the bus from Los Angeles to San Juan Capistrano Amtrak StationbusAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
    1h 50m
  4. Train via San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station (Amtrak)

    1. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Juan Capistrano Amtrak StationtrainPacific Surfliner
    2h 1m
    $33–38

Questions & Answers

What companies run services between Los Angeles, CA, USA and Ladera Ranch, CA, USA?

Metrolink Trains operates a train from L.A. Union Station to Laguna Niguel / Mission Viejo every 3 hours. Tickets cost $9–13 and the journey takes 1h 17m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a bus from Los Angeles to San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station once daily, and the journey takes 1h 40m.

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