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How to Travel from

San Jose to Lake Forest

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Transport providers

Airlines

Spirit Airlines

Website:
spirit.com
Plane from Oakland International Airport to John
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$53.58–$280.65

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport to Los
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.16–$255.14

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Website:
alaskaair.com/
Plane from Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport to Los
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.43–$395.46

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport to John
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.57–$433.73
Plane from Oakland International Airport to John
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$153.08–$497.52
Plane from Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport to Los
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$121.19–$255.14
Plane from Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport to Burbank
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$114.81–$382.71
Plane from Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport to Long
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$153.08–$497.52
Plane from Oakland International Airport to Burbank
Ave. Duration:
1h 13m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.57–$433.73
Plane from Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport to Ontario
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$102.05–$331.68

JSX

Website:
jsx.com/home/search
Plane from Oakland International Airport to Burbank
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$34.44–$344.44

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Los Angeles to Irvine
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$8.29–$76.54
Train from San Jose to Los
Ave. Duration:
10h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$51.03–$178.60

Metrolink Trains

Phone:
(800) 371-LINK (5465)
Website:
metrolinktrains.com
Train from Norwalk/ Santa Fe Springs station to Irvine
Ave. Duration:
43 min
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$8.29–$10.84
Train from L. A. Union Station station to Irvine
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$10.21–$14.03
Train from Rancho Cucamonga station to L.
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$10.21–$12.76

BART

Phone:
+1-510-464-6000
Website:
bart.gov
Train from Berryessa / North San Jose to Coliseum
Ave. Duration:
44 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$6.38–$8.93

Metro Los Angeles

Phone:
+1-323-466-3876
Website:
metro.net
Train from Aviation / Imperial Station to Norwalk
Ave. Duration:
26 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.03
Bus from Del Amo / Lakewood to Lakewood
Ave. Duration:
23 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.03

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from San Jose Diridon Station to Santa
Ave. Duration:
8h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$29.34–$204.11

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from San Jose Diridon Station to Anaheim
Ave. Duration:
7h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$36.99–$121.19

Norwalk Transit System

Phone:
+1 562-929-5550
Website:
norwalk.org/city-hall/departments/norwalk-transit-system-nts
Bus from C Line Station to Metrolink
Ave. Duration:
16 min
Frequency:
Hourly

Hoang Express

Phone:
+1 714-839-3500
Website:
xedohoang.com/en
Bus from San Jose - Huong Lan Sandwich to Chinatown
Ave. Duration:
5h 8m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$57.67

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from San Jose to Lake Forest?

The cheapest way to get from San Jose to Lake Forest is to night bus which costs $32.61 - $108.70 and takes 10h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Jose to Lake Forest?

The fastest way to get from San Jose to Lake Forest is to fly which takes 4h 42m and costs $54.35 - $271.74 .

Is there a direct bus between San Jose and Lake Forest?

No, there is no direct bus from San Jose station to Lake Forest. However, there are services departing from San Jose Diridon Station and arriving at Jeronimo-Lake Forest via Artic - Dock 4 and Alton-West Yale Loop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 17m.

Is there a direct train between San Jose and Lake Forest?

No, there is no direct train from San Jose to Lake Forest. However, there are services departing from San Jose and arriving at Irvine via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 46m.

How far is it from San Jose to Lake Forest?

The distance between San Jose and Lake Forest is 574 km. The road distance is 620.4 km.

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

The best way to get from San Jose to Lake Forest without a car is to bus and train which takes 8h 45m and costs $54.35 - $130.43 .

How long does it take to get from San Jose to Lake Forest?

It takes approximately 4h 42m to get from San Jose to Lake Forest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Jose to Lake Forest bus from?

San Jose to Lake Forest bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from San Jose Diridon Station.

Where do I catch the San Jose to Lake Forest train from?

San Jose to Lake Forest train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Jose station.

Train, bus or fly from San Jose to Lake Forest?

The best way to get from San Jose to Lake Forest is to fly which takes 4h 42m and costs $54.35 - $271.74 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $51.09 - $217.39 and takes 12h 46m, you could also bus, which costs $29.35 - $239.13 and takes 9h 14m.

Where does the San Jose to Lake Forest bus arrive?

San Jose to Lake Forest bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center station.

What is the time difference between San Jose and Lake Forest?

It is currently 22:25 at both, San Jose and Lake Forest.

Where does the San Jose to Lake Forest train arrive?

San Jose to Lake Forest train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from San Jose to Lake Forest?

Yes, the driving distance between San Jose to Lake Forest is 620 km. It takes approximately 6h 31m to drive from San Jose to Lake Forest.

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

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Where can I stay near Lake Forest?

There are 709+ hotels available in Lake Forest. Prices start at $58.96 per night.
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