What is the cheapest way to get from Simi Valley to Lake Forest?

The cheapest way to get from Simi Valley to Lake Forest is to bus which costs $6 - $10 and takes 6h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Simi Valley to Lake Forest?

The fastest way to get from Simi Valley to Lake Forest is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs $15 - $23.

Is there a direct bus between Simi Valley and Lake Forest?

No, there is no direct bus from Simi Valley to Lake Forest. However, there are services departing from First Street and Cochran Street and arriving at Laguna Hills Trans Ctr Dock 6 via Chatsworth Metrolink Station, Flower / 9th and Harbor-East Shuttle Area. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.

How far is it from Simi Valley to Lake Forest?

The distance between Simi Valley and Lake Forest is 91 miles. The road distance is 87.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Simi Valley to Lake Forest without a car is to line 20 bus and train which takes 4h 12m and costs $30 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Simi Valley to Lake Forest?

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Simi Valley to Lake Forest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Simi Valley to Lake Forest bus from?

Simi Valley to Lake Forest bus services, operated by LA DOT, depart from Chatsworth Metrolink Station.

Where does the Simi Valley to Lake Forest bus arrive?

Simi Valley to Lake Forest bus services, operated by LA DOT, arrive at Flower St & Olympic Blvd station.

Can I drive from Simi Valley to Lake Forest?

Yes, the driving distance between Simi Valley to Lake Forest is 87 miles. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Simi Valley to Lake Forest.

Where can I stay near Lake Forest?

There are 945+ hotels available in Lake Forest.

Simi Valley to Lake Forest - 4 ways to travel via train, line 20 bus, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Simi Valley to Lake Forest by bus, train, or car

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Line 20 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Avenue and First Street to Metrolink Simi Valley20
2. Take the train from Simi Valley Amtrak to IrvinePacific Surfliner
4h 12m
$30–102
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chatsworth Metrolink Station to Flower St & Olympic Blvd419
2. Take the bus from Flower / 9th to Disneyland Employee's Entrance460
6h 38m
$6–10
Drive 86.6 mi
1. Drive from Simi Valley to Lake Forest86.6 mi
1h 33m
$16–23
Line 20 bus, train via Los Angeles
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Avenue and First Street to Metrolink Simi Valley20
2. Take the train from Simi Valley to L.A. Union Station
3. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Irvine
4h 56m
$12–20

Simi Valley to Lake Forest by bus and train

37Weekly Services

4h 12mAverage Duration

$30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 90 mi
Duration: 4h 12m

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

You can take a bus from First Street and Cochran Street to Laguna Hills Trans Ctr Dock 6 via Chatsworth Metrolink Station, Flower St & Olympic Blvd, Flower / 9th, Disneyland Employee's Entrance, and Harbor-East Shuttle Area in around 6h 38m.

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