What is the cheapest way to get from El Centro to Irvine?

The cheapest way to get from El Centro to Irvine is to bus which costs $24 - $45 and takes 8h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from El Centro to Irvine?

The fastest way to get from El Centro to Irvine is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between El Centro and Irvine?

No, there is no direct bus from El Centro to Irvine. However, there are services departing from El Centro Bus Stop and arriving at Main-Paseo Westpark via San Bernardino, Katella-Harbor and Artic - Dock 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 11m.

How far is it from El Centro to Irvine?

The distance between El Centro and Irvine is 223 miles. The road distance is 189.4 miles.

How do I travel from El Centro to Irvine without a car?

The best way to get from El Centro to Irvine without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 6m and costs $28 - $50.

How long does it take to get from El Centro to Irvine?

It takes approximately 6h 6m to get from El Centro to Irvine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the El Centro to Irvine bus from?

El Centro to Irvine bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from El Centro Bus Stop station.

Where does the El Centro to Irvine bus arrive?

El Centro to Irvine bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at San Bernardino station.

Can I drive from El Centro to Irvine?

Yes, the driving distance between El Centro to Irvine is 189 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from El Centro to Irvine.

Where can I stay near Irvine?

There are 1435+ hotels available in Irvine.

El Centro to Irvine - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from El Centro to Irvine by bus, train, car, plane, or bus (Flixbus)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from El Centro Bus Stop to San Bernardinobus FlixBus 2055
2. Take the train from San Bernardino - Downtown to Tustintrain IE-OC Line
6h 6m
$29–47
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from El Centro Bus Stop to San Bernardinobus FlixBus 2055
2. Take the bus from San Bernardino to Harbor + Katellabus 200
8h 11m
$25–42
Drive 188.3 mi
1. Drive from El Centro to Irvinecar 188.3 mi
3h 12m
$35–50
Fly, train
1. Fly from Imperial County Airport (IPL) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane IPL - LAX
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Tustintrain
4h 30m
$111–198
Bus, train via Riverside
1. Take the bus from El Centro Bus Stop to Riversidebus FlixBus 2055
2. Take the train from Riverside - Downtown to Tustintrain IE-OC Line
6h 9m
$27–46
Bus, train #2
1. Take the bus from El Centro Bus Stop to Los Angeles Downtownbus FlixBus 2054
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Tustintrain OC Line
6h 11m
$33–54

El Centro to Irvine by bus and train

7Weekly Services

6h 6mAverage Duration

$29Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from El Centro to Irvine.

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Distance: 221.8 mi
Duration: 6h 6m

What companies run services between El Centro, CA, USA and Irvine, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from El Centro Bus Stop to Main-Paseo Westpark via San Bernardino, Harbor + Katella, Katella-Harbor, and Artic - Dock 4 in around 8h 11m.

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