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Travel & Transportation
Catalina Flyer
The Catalina Flyer departs exclusively from Newport Beach and makes multiple round trips daily. Travel takes approximately 75 minutes to crossover.
Catalina Express
The Catalina Express departs from Long Beach, San Pedro, and Dana Point, offering a 1-hour ride to Catalina Island (Avalon) with multiple departures daily and comfortable seating. Please note: schedules are released in July.
Airport Recommendation
For those flying into Southern California, we recommend John Wayne Airport (SNA) in Orange County for its convenience. Alternatively, LAX or Long Beach Airport are also great options, depending on your plans. Here is a quick guide to ferry port distances from each airport: LAX - San Pedro (20 miles, 30-minute drive) SNA - Newport Beach (5 miles, 10-minute drive) SNA - Dana Point (19 miles, 25-minute drive) LGB - Long Beach (3 miles, 10-minute drive)
COAST by Ride Circuit
Thanks to a partnership with Circuit Transit, residents and visitors to Avalon can now enjoy rides to and from anywhere within Avalon's city limits (including Hamilton Cove) with fares starting at $2 per rider. Users can ride the new transit system by downloading the Ride Circuit app.
Taxi
Although the island is very walkable, if you need to travel a longer distance, you can call a taxi. Fares are flat rates or you can run the meter upon request. You can call the dispatch booth to order a taxi at 310-510-0025.
Getting to Catalina Island
More information about getting to Catalina Island can be found here.
Getting Around Catalina Island
More information about getting around Catalina Island can be found here.