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

The cheapest way to get from Riverside to Lake Forest is to bus and line 83 bus which costs $2 - $6 and takes 2h 33m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Riverside and Lake Forest?

No, there is no direct bus from Riverside to Lake Forest. However, there are services departing from Vine St. Mobility Hub and arriving at Laguna Hills Trans Ctr Dock 6 via Katella-Harbor. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Riverside and Lake Forest?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Riverside - Downtown and arriving at Irvine. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 13m.

How far is it from Riverside to Lake Forest?

The distance between Riverside and Lake Forest is 49 miles. The road distance is 39.6 miles.

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

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

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

The train from Riverside - Downtown to Irvine takes 1h 13m including transfers and departs every four hours.

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

Riverside to Lake Forest bus services, operated by Riverside Transit Agency, depart from Vine St. Mobility Hub station.

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

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

Train or bus from Riverside to Lake Forest?

The best way to get from Riverside to Lake Forest is to train which takes 1h 13m and costs $9 - $13. Alternatively, you can bus and line 83 bus, which costs $2 - $6 and takes 2h 33m.

Where does the Riverside to Lake Forest bus arrive?

Riverside to Lake Forest bus services, operated by Riverside Transit Agency, arrive at Harbor + Katella station.

Where does the Riverside to Lake Forest train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Riverside to Lake Forest?

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

Where can I stay near Lake Forest?

There are 966+ hotels available in Lake Forest.

Riverside to Lake Forest - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 83 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Riverside to Lake Forest by train, bus, 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 Riverside - Downtown to Irvinetrain IE-OC Line
1h 13m
$9–13
Bus, line 83 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Vine St. Mobility Hub to Harbor + Katellabus 200
2. Take the bus from Katella-Harbor to Laguna Hills Trans Ctr Dock 6bus 83
2h 33m
$2–6
Drive 39.4 mi
1. Drive from Riverside to Lake Forestcar 39.4 mi
43 min
$8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Riverside to Lake Foresttaxi 39.4 mi
43 min
$120–150

Riverside to Lake Forest by train

49Weekly Trains

1h 13mAverage Duration

$9Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Riverside to Lake Forest.

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Distance: 48.7 mi
Duration: 1h 13m

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

Metrolink Trains operates a train from Riverside - Downtown to Irvine every 4 hours. Tickets cost $9–13 and the journey takes 1h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Vine St. Mobility Hub to Laguna Hills Trans Ctr Dock 6 via Harbor + Katella and Katella-Harbor in around 2h 33m.

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