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

The cheapest way to get from Irvine to Bishop is to train and bus which costs $45 - $75 and takes 9h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Irvine to Bishop is to fly which takes 4h 32m and costs $70 - $360.

Is there a direct bus between Irvine and Bishop?

No, there is no direct bus from Irvine to Bishop. However, there are services departing from Main-Harvard and arriving at Bishop - Vons/Kmart, 1200 N. Main Street via Anaheim, Bakersfield Amtrak and Mojave - Carl's Jr., 44812 Sierra Highway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 30m.

How far is it from Irvine to Bishop?

The distance between Irvine and Bishop is 261 miles. The road distance is 293 miles.

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

The best way to get from Irvine to Bishop without a car is to train and bus which takes 9h 17m and costs $45 - $75.

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

It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Irvine to Bishop, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Irvine to Bishop bus from?

Irvine to Bishop bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Anaheim station.

Bus or fly from Irvine to Bishop?

The best way to get from Irvine to Bishop is to fly which takes 4h 32m and costs $70 - $360. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 13h 30m.

Where does the Irvine to Bishop bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Irvine to Bishop?

Yes, the driving distance between Irvine to Bishop is 293 miles. It takes approximately 5h 10m to drive from Irvine to Bishop.

Where can I stay near Bishop?

There are 23+ hotels available in Bishop.

Irvine to Bishop - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Irvine to Bishop by plane, train, bus, car, or bus (Amtrak)

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

Fly
best
1. Fly from John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA) to Bishop Airport (BIH)plane SNA - BIH
4h 32m
$71–352
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Tustin to L.A. Union Stationtrain
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Lancastertrain
3. Take the bus from Lancaster - Metrolink Station, 44812 Sierra Highway to Bishop - Vons/Kmart, 1200 N. Main Streetbus
9h 17m
$49–75
Drive 291.3 mi
1. Drive from Irvine to Bishopcar 291.3 mi
5h 10m
$54–77
Bus
1. Take the bus from Anaheim to Bakersfieldbus
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield Amtrak to Carl's Jr./Inyo St.bus 100
3. Take the bus from Mojave - Carl's Jr., 44812 Sierra Highway to Bishop - Vons/Kmart, 1200 N. Main Streetbus
13h 30m

Irvine to Bishop by train and bus

14Weekly Services

9h 17mAverage Duration

$49Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Irvine to Bishop.

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Distance: 259.2 mi
Duration: 4h 32m

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

United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Inc., and Southwest Airlines fly from John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA) to Bishop Airport (BIH) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Main-Harvard to Bishop - Vons/Kmart, 1200 N. Main Street via Artic - Dock 4, Anaheim, Bakersfield Amtrak, and Mojave - Carl's Jr., 44812 Sierra Highway in around 13h 30m.

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