What is the cheapest way to get from Carpinteria to Irvine?

The cheapest way to get from Carpinteria to Irvine is to drive which costs $22 - $35 and takes 2h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carpinteria to Irvine?

The fastest way to get from Carpinteria to Irvine is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Carpinteria and Irvine?

No, there is no direct bus from Carpinteria station to Irvine. However, there are services departing from Carpinteria Station and arriving at Campus-University Center via Oxnard and The Depot At Santa Ana Dock 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

How far is it from Carpinteria to Irvine?

The distance between Carpinteria and Irvine is 136 miles. The road distance is 123.7 miles.

How do I travel from Carpinteria to Irvine without a car?

The best way to get from Carpinteria to Irvine without a car is to train and line 53 bus which takes 4h 51m and costs $30 - $75.

How long does it take to get from Carpinteria to Irvine?

It takes approximately 4h 51m to get from Carpinteria to Irvine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carpinteria to Irvine bus from?

Carpinteria to Irvine bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Carpinteria Station.

Where does the Carpinteria to Irvine bus arrive?

Carpinteria to Irvine bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Oxnard station.

Can I drive from Carpinteria to Irvine?

Yes, the driving distance between Carpinteria to Irvine is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Carpinteria to Irvine.

Where can I stay near Irvine?

There are 1415+ hotels available in Irvine.

Carpinteria to Irvine - 3 ways to travel via train, line 53 bus, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Carpinteria to Irvine by train, bus, bus (Amtrak), or car

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Train, line 53 bus
best
1. Take the train from Carpinteria Station to Anaheimtrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Artic - Dock 4 to Main-Paseo Westparkbus 53
4h 51m
$35–73
Drive 123 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carpinteria to Irvinecar 123 mi
2h 13m
$23–33
Bus
1. Take the bus from Carpinteria Station to Oxnardbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Oxnard to Santa Anabus Lxus 3103
6h 35m
$39–58

Carpinteria to Irvine by train and bus

42Weekly Services

4h 51mAverage Duration

$35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 135.4 mi
Duration: 4h 51m

What companies run services between Carpinteria, CA, USA and Irvine, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Carpinteria Station to Campus-University Center via Oxnard, Santa Ana, and The Depot At Santa Ana Dock 3 in around 6h 35m.

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