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

The cheapest way to get from Encinitas to Irvine is to drive which costs $11 - $17 and takes 1h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Encinitas to Irvine is to drive which takes 1h 5m and costs $11 - $17.

Is there a direct bus between Encinitas and Irvine?

No, there is no direct bus from Encinitas to Irvine. However, there are services departing from Hwy 101 & K St and arriving at Alton-Meadowbrook via Solana Beach Amtrak Station and Irvine Station-Dock 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Encinitas and Irvine?

No, there is no direct train from Encinitas station to Irvine. However, there are services departing from Encinitas Station and arriving at Tustin via Oceanside. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 19m.

How far is it from Encinitas to Irvine?

The distance between Encinitas and Irvine is 58 miles. The road distance is 62.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Encinitas to Irvine without a car is to train via Oceanside which takes 2h 19m and costs $11 - $19.

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

It takes approximately 2h 19m to get from Encinitas to Irvine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Encinitas to Irvine bus from?

Encinitas to Irvine bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Solana Beach Amtrak Station.

Where do I catch the Encinitas to Irvine train from?

Encinitas to Irvine train services, operated by North County Transit, depart from Encinitas Station.

Train or bus from Encinitas to Irvine?

The best way to get from Encinitas to Irvine is to train via Oceanside which takes 2h 19m and costs $11 - $19. Alternatively, you can bus and line 86 bus, which costs and takes 3h 48m.

Where does the Encinitas to Irvine bus arrive?

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

Where does the Encinitas to Irvine train arrive?

Encinitas to Irvine train services, operated by North County Transit, arrive at Oceanside Transit Center Platform 3 station.

Can I drive from Encinitas to Irvine?

Yes, the driving distance between Encinitas to Irvine is 62 miles. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from Encinitas to Irvine.

Where can I stay near Irvine?

There are 1429+ hotels available in Irvine.

Encinitas to Irvine - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 86 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Encinitas to Irvine by train, bus (Amtrak), car, train (Amtrak), or bus

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

Train via Oceanside
best
1. Take the train from Encinitas Station to Oceanside Transit Center Platform 3Coaster
2. Take the train from Oceanside to TustinOC Line / ...
2h 19m
$12–18
Bus, line 86 bus
1. Take the bus from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to IrvineAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Irvine Station-Dock 5 to Alton-Meadowbrook86
3h 48m
Drive 61.8 mi
1. Drive from Encinitas to Irvine61.8 mi
1h 5m
$12–17
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to IrvinePacific Surfliner
3h 8m
$24–30
Line 101 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Hwy 101 & K St to Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8101
2. Take the train from Oceanside to IrvinePacific Surfliner
3h 55m
$12–27

Encinitas to Irvine by train

42Weekly Trains

2h 19mAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 58.1 mi
Duration: 2h 19m

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

You can take a train from Encinitas Station to Tustin via Oceanside Transit Center Platform 3 and Oceanside in around 2h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hwy 101 & K St to Alton-Meadowbrook via Hwy 101 & Plaza St, Solana Beach Amtrak Station, Irvine, and Irvine Station-Dock 5 in around 3h 48m.

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