How to get from Mission Viejo to Lake Forest by bus?

From Mission Viejo to Lake Forest by bus

To get from Mission Viejo to Lake Forest in Los Angeles, take the 86 bus from Jeronimo-Alicia station to Jeronimo-Lake Forest station. Next, take the 177 bus from Lake Forest-Jeronimo station to Lake Forest-Dimension station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 58 min. The ride fare is $2.00. The bus schedule from Mission Viejo may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Lake Forest on the Moovit app.

58min$2.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 8686
Bus - 177177
Walk to Lake Forest
Leaves from Jeronimo-Alicia

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Jeronimo-Alicia
    ID 4719
    290 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 8686
    Wait for bus
    86
    Costa Mesa - Bristol and Sunflower
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Jeronimo-Lake Forest
    ID 4191
    15 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Lake Forest-Jeronimo
    ID 4196
    120 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 177177
    Wait for bus
    177
    Foothill Ranch - Towne Centre and Alton
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Lake Forest-Dimension
    ID 4205
    14 min
  • 7
    Walk to Lake Forest
    Walk to
    Lake Forest
    0.59 mi • 13 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Mission Viejo to Lake Forest by bus via 177

Take one direct bus from Mission Viejo to Lake Forest in Los Angeles: take the 177 bus from Muirlands-Alicia station to Lake Forest-Dimension station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 56 min. The ride fare is $2.00. The bus schedule from Mission Viejo may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Lake Forest on the Moovit app.

56min$2.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 177177
Walk to Lake Forest
Leaves from Muirlands-Alicia

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Muirlands-Alicia
    ID 8670
    0.73 mi • 15 min
  • 2
    Bus - 177177
    Wait for bus
    177
    Foothill Ranch - Towne Centre and Alton
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Lake Forest-Dimension
    ID 4205
    29 min
  • 4
    Walk to Lake Forest
    Walk to
    Lake Forest
    0.59 mi • 13 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Mission Viejo to Lake Forest

The distance between Mission Viejo, Los Angeles and Lake Forest, Los Angeles is approximately 6.5 mi, which can typically be travelled in 58 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Mission Viejo to Lake Forest by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Los Angeles – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Mission Viejo to Lake Forest

To check the bus schedule from Mission Viejo to Lake Forest using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Mission Viejo) and destination (Lake Forest), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, 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 schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Mission Viejo to Lake Forest by bus via 177

Take one direct bus from Mission Viejo to Lake Forest in Los Angeles: take the 177 bus from Muirlands-Alicia station to Lake Forest-Dimension station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 56 min. The ride fare is $2.00. The bus schedule from Mission Viejo may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Lake Forest on the Moovit app.

56min$2.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 177177
Walk to Lake Forest
Leaves from Muirlands-Alicia

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Muirlands-Alicia
    ID 8670
    0.73 mi • 15 min
  • 2
    Bus - 177177
    Wait for bus
    177
    Foothill Ranch - Towne Centre and Alton
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Lake Forest-Dimension
    ID 4205
    29 min
  • 4
    Walk to Lake Forest
    Walk to
    Lake Forest
    0.59 mi • 13 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Mission Viejo to Lake Forest?

    The fastest way takes 58 minutes, using Bus line 86, Bus line 177.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Mission Viejo to Lake Forest?

    The alternative route takes 56 minutes, using Bus line 177.

  • Is there a direct bus between Mission Viejo and Lake Forest in Los Angeles?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 58 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Mission Viejo to Lake Forest in Los Angeles?

    The 86 bus line goes from Jeronimo-Alicia station near Mission Viejo to Costa Mesa - Bristol and Sunflower station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Costa Mesa - Bristol and Sunflower station near Lake Forest in Los Angeles.

  • How long does it take to travel from Mission Viejo to Lake Forest in Los Angeles by bus?

    The total travel time between Mission Viejo and Lake Forest in Los Angeles by bus is about 58 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Mission Viejo to get to Lake Forest in Los Angeles?

    Get on the 86 bus from the Jeronimo-Alicia stop near Mission Viejo in Los Angeles.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Mission Viejo and Lake Forest in Los Angeles?

    Get off the bus at the Costa Mesa - Bristol and Sunflower stop, which is closest to Lake Forest in Los Angeles.

  • How much is the bus fare from Mission Viejo to Lake Forest?

    The ride from Mission Viejo to Lake Forest costs $2.00.

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