Huntington Beach is a coastal day-trip option from Anaheim, about 18.6 miles away with an estimated 35-minute trip. For things to do near Disneyland that take you beyond Anaheim, plan around the beach destination and check the current bus details before choosing a route.
- From Anaheim: About 18.6 miles and an estimated 35 minutes by car.
- Bus connection: OC Bus Route 123 connects Anaheim and Huntington Beach.
- Fare: OCTA says regular OC Bus routes cost $2 per trip, with a $5 daily fare cap.
At a glance
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01Plan a Huntington Beach day trip from AnaheimHuntington Beach makes a day trip from Anaheim possible, but the available route facts support planning…
02Bus, driving and day-trip timingThe trip from Anaheim to Huntington Beach is estimated at 35 minutes, and the listed distance is about…
03Before you goOCTA updates its routes-and-schedules page quarterly.- 04FAQsHuntington Beach is about 18.6 miles from Anaheim, with an estimated 35-minute trip.
Plan a Huntington Beach day trip from Anaheim
Huntington Beach makes a day trip from Anaheim possible, but the available route facts support planning the journey rather than a detailed pier itinerary. The trip is about 18.6 miles and an estimated 35 minutes from Abby's Anaheimer Inn - Across Disneyland Park, a two-star hotel near Disneyland.
If you want to make the beach the focus, leave room in your schedule for the journey in both directions. The information here does not establish how long to spend at the pier or which beach facilities are available, so check local details before deciding on activities.
How do you get from Anaheim to Huntington Beach?
OC Bus Route 123 connects Anaheim and Huntington Beach, running via Malvern Avenue, Valley View and Bolsa Chica. The route serves Anaheim Canyon Metrolink Station and Goldenwest Transportation Center; Fullerton Transportation Center and Buena Park Metrolink Station are also among its connections.
OCTA identifies Routes 25 and 33 between Fullerton and Huntington Beach, Route 29/A between La Habra and Huntington Beach, and Route 64 between Huntington Beach and Tustin.
These route names alone do not establish the best connection for your starting point, so check the current map and schedule. If you are sorting out local connections first, Anaheim public transport can help with that part of your planning.
Regular OC Bus trips cost $2, with a $5 daily fare cap. Fares and service details can change, so confirm them before you travel.
Bus, driving and day-trip timing
The trip from Anaheim to Huntington Beach is estimated at 35 minutes, and the listed distance is about 18.6 miles. Route 123 offers a bus connection, but its endpoint at Goldenwest Transportation Center means you should check the route map for how to continue to your intended beach destination.
For another coastal outing from Anaheim, a Long Beach day trip from Anaheim is a separate option to compare with your plans. Keep the Huntington Beach journey and any onward connection in mind when deciding how much of the day to set aside.
Before you go
OCTA updates its routes-and-schedules page quarterly. Check the official site before you go, including the current Route 123 map, timetable and fare information.
FAQs
How far is Huntington Beach from Anaheim?
Huntington Beach is about 18.6 miles from Anaheim, with an estimated 35-minute trip.
Is there a bus between Anaheim and Huntington Beach?
Yes. OC Bus Route 123 connects Anaheim and Huntington Beach via Malvern Avenue, Valley View and Bolsa Chica. Check OCTA’s current route information for connections and schedules.
How much does an OC Bus trip cost?
OCTA says regular routes cost $2 per trip and have a $5 daily fare cap. Confirm current fares before traveling.