How to get from Glendale to Rancho Santa Margarita by bus and train?

From Glendale to Rancho Santa Margarita by bus and train

To get from Glendale to Rancho Santa Margarita in Los Angeles, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the PACIFIC SURFLINER train from Glendale Amtrak station to Santa Ana Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 83 bus and finally take the 87 bus from Calle De LA Louisa-Calle De LA Plata station to Corta-Santa Margarita station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 15 min.

195min
Walk to train station
Train - PACIFIC SURFLINERPACIFIC SURFLINER
Bus - 8383
Bus - 8787
Walk to Rancho Santa Margarita
Leaves from Glendale Amtrak

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Glendale Amtrak
    0.93 mi • 20 min
  • 2
    Train - PACIFIC SURFLINERPACIFIC SURFLINER
    Wait for train
    PACIFIC SURFLINER
    San Diego
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Santa Ana Station
    ID 154, SNA
    91 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Santa Ana-Santiago
    ID 6676
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 8383
    Wait for bus
    83
    Laguna Hills Transp Center
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Calle De LA Louisa-Calle De LA Plata
    ID 3975
    20 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Calle De LA Louisa-Calle De LA Plata
    ID 3978
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 8787
    Wait for bus
    87
    Santa Margarita - Empresa and Aventura
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Corta-Santa Margarita
    ID 5875
    35 min
  • 10
    Walk to Rancho Santa Margarita
    Walk to
    Rancho Santa Margarita
    230 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Glendale to Rancho Santa Margarita

The distance between Glendale, Los Angeles and Rancho Santa Margarita, Los Angeles is approximately 65 mi, which can typically be travelled in 195 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Glendale to Rancho Santa Margarita by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Los Angeles – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Glendale

Glendale is located at Glendale, Los Angeles and the nearest public transit station is Chevy Chase at Boynton.

Train stations close to Glendale:

  • Glendale Metrolink
  • Glendale Amtrak

Bus stations close to Glendale:

  • Chevy Chase at Boynton
  • Chevy Chase at Brand
  • Brand / Chevy Chase

Public transit stations close to Rancho Santa Margarita, Los Angeles

Rancho Santa Margarita is located at Rancho Santa Margarita, Los Angeles and the nearest public transit station is Corta-Santa Margarita.

Bus stations close to Rancho Santa Margarita:

  • Corta-Santa Margarita
  • Avd Empresa-Aventura
  • Aventura-Calle Corta

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Glendale to Rancho Santa Margarita?

    The fastest way takes 195 minutes, using Bus line PACIFIC SURFLINER, Bus line 83, Bus line 87.

  • Is there a direct train between Glendale and Rancho Santa Margarita in Los Angeles?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 15 min.

  • Which train line goes from Glendale to Rancho Santa Margarita in Los Angeles?

    The PACIFIC SURFLINER train line goes from Glendale Amtrak station near Glendale to San Diego station. From there you’ll have to take 2 bus lines till San Diego station near Rancho Santa Margarita in Los Angeles

  • How long does it take to travel from Glendale to Rancho Santa Margarita in Los Angeles by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Glendale and Rancho Santa Margarita in Los Angeles by train and bus is about 3 hr 15 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Glendale to get to Rancho Santa Margarita in Los Angeles?

    Get on the PACIFIC SURFLINER train from the Glendale Amtrak station near Glendale in Los Angeles.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Glendale and Rancho Santa Margarita in Los Angeles?

    Get off the train at the San Diego stop, which is closest to Rancho Santa Margarita in Los Angeles.

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