What is the cheapest way to get from Marina del Rey to Lake Forest?

The cheapest way to get from Marina del Rey to Lake Forest is to drive which costs $10 - $15 and takes 1h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Marina del Rey to Lake Forest?

The fastest way to get from Marina del Rey to Lake Forest is to drive which takes 1h 5m and costs $10 - $15.

Is there a direct bus between Marina del Rey and Lake Forest?

No, there is no direct bus from Marina del Rey to Lake Forest. However, there are services departing from Venice / Grand View and arriving at Irvine via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Marina del Rey to Lake Forest?

The distance between Marina del Rey and Lake Forest is 64 miles. The road distance is 57 miles.

How do I travel from Marina del Rey to Lake Forest without a car?

The best way to get from Marina del Rey to Lake Forest without a car is to line 33 bus and train via Cesar E Chavez / Alameda which takes 3h 16m and costs $18 - $23.

How long does it take to get from Marina del Rey to Lake Forest?

It takes approximately 3h 16m to get from Marina del Rey to Lake Forest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Marina del Rey to Lake Forest bus from?

Marina del Rey to Lake Forest bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Venice / Grand View station.

Where does the Marina del Rey to Lake Forest bus arrive?

Marina del Rey to Lake Forest bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Cesar E Chavez / Alameda station.

Can I drive from Marina del Rey to Lake Forest?

Yes, the driving distance between Marina del Rey to Lake Forest is 57 miles. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from Marina del Rey to Lake Forest.

Where can I stay near Lake Forest?

There are 926+ hotels available in Lake Forest.

Marina del Rey to Lake Forest - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 33 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Marina del Rey to Lake Forest by bus, train, tram, car, or bus (Amtrak)

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

Line 33 bus, train via Cesar E Chavez / Alameda
best
1. Take the bus from Venice / Grand View to Cesar E Chavez / Alamedabus 33
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Irvinetrain Pacific Surfliner
3h 16m
$19–23
Drive 56.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Marina del Rey to Lake Forestcar 56.7 mi
1h 5m
$11–15
Tram, train
1. Take the tram from Downtown Santa Monica Station to 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Linestram Metro E Line
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Irvinetrain OC Line
3h 21m
$14–18
Line 33 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Venice / Grand View to Patsaouras Transit Plazabus 33
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Irvinetrain OC Line
3h 26m
$11–15
Line 33 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Venice / Grand View to Cesar E Chavez / Alamedabus 33
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles to Irvinebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
3h 40m

Marina del Rey to Lake Forest by bus and train

82Weekly Services

3h 16mAverage Duration

$19Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Marina del Rey to Lake Forest.

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Distance: 63.2 mi
Duration: 3h 16m

What companies run services between Marina del Rey, CA, USA and Lake Forest, Orange County, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Venice / Grand View to Irvine via Cesar E Chavez / Alameda and Los Angeles in around 3h 40m.

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