How to get from East Los Angeles to Lake Forest by bus and train?

From East Los Angeles to Lake Forest by bus and train

To get from East Los Angeles to Lake Forest in Los Angeles, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the RIV LINE train from Montebello/Commerce station to Union Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the PACIFIC SURFLINER train and finally take the 480 bus from Irvine Station-Dock 1 station to Dimension-Commercenter station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 28 min. The bus and train schedule from East Los Angeles may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Lake Forest on the Moovit app.

208min
Walk to train stationTrain - RIV LINE
RIV LINE
Train - PACIFIC SURFLINERPACIFIC SURFLINER
Bus - 480480
Walk to Lake Forest
Leaves from Montebello/Commerce

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Montebello/Commerce
    1.24 mi • 26 min
  • 2
    Train - RIV LINE
    Wait for train
    RIV LINE
    #401| L.A. Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Union Station
    ID 80214S
    21 min
  • 4
    Train - PACIFIC SURFLINERPACIFIC SURFLINER
    Wait for train
    PACIFIC SURFLINER
    San Diego
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Irvine Station
    61 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Irvine Station-Dock 1
    ID 3697
    130 yd • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 480480
    Wait for bus
    480
    Lake Forest and Regency
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Dimension-Commercenter
    ID 7768
    38 min
  • 9
    Walk to Lake Forest
    Walk to
    Lake Forest
    100 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from East Los Angeles to Lake Forest

The distance between East Los Angeles, Los Angeles and Lake Forest, Los Angeles is approximately 64.15 mi, which can typically be travelled in 208 min. Moovit will show you the directions from East Los Angeles to Lake Forest by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Los Angeles – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from East Los Angeles to Lake Forest

To check the bus and train schedule from East Los Angeles to Lake Forest using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (East Los Angeles) and destination (Lake Forest), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from East Los Angeles to Lake Forest?

    The fastest way takes 208 minutes, using Train line RIV LINE, Train line PACIFIC SURFLINER, Bus line 480.

  • Is there a direct train between East Los Angeles and Lake Forest in Los Angeles?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 28 min.

  • Which train line goes from East Los Angeles to Lake Forest in Los Angeles?

    The RIV LINE train line goes from Montebello/Commerce station near East Los Angeles to #401| L.A. Union Station station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till #401| L.A. Union Station station near Lake Forest in Los Angeles.

  • How long does it take to travel from East Los Angeles to Lake Forest in Los Angeles by train and bus?

    The total travel time between East Los Angeles and Lake Forest in Los Angeles by train and bus is about 3 hr 28 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near East Los Angeles to get to Lake Forest in Los Angeles?

    Get on the RIV LINE train from the Montebello/Commerce station near East Los Angeles in Los Angeles.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between East Los Angeles and Lake Forest in Los Angeles?

    Get off the train at the #401| L.A. Union Station stop, which is closest to Lake Forest in Los Angeles.

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