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

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

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-Harvard via San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop and Artic - Dock 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 37m.

How far is it from El Centro to Irvine?

The distance between El Centro and Irvine is 200 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 5h 52m and costs $55 - $100.

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

It takes approximately 5h 52m 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 Greyhound 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 Greyhound USA, arrive at San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop 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 1389+ hotels available in Irvine.

El Centro to Irvine - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from El Centro to Irvine by bus, train, car, plane, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), 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 Diego Greyhound Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0851
2. Take the train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to Irvinetrain Pacific Surfliner
5h 52m
$59–97
Bus (Flixbus)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from El Centro Bus Stop to Riversidebus FlixBus 2055
2. Take the bus from Riverside to Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Centerbus FlixBus 2037
8h 5m
$34–172
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 57m
$115–198
Bus via San Diego
1. Take the bus from El Centro Bus Stop to San Diego Greyhound Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0851
2. Take the bus from San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop to Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Centerbus Greyhound US0831
6h 37m
$50–104

El Centro to Irvine by bus and train

5Weekly Services

5h 52mAverage Duration

$59Cheapest Price

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Distance: 199.3 mi
Duration: 5h 52m

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-Harvard via San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop, Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center, and Artic - Dock 4 in around 6h 37m.

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