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

The cheapest way to get from Irvine to Gardena is to drive which costs $7 - $11 and takes 40 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Irvine to Gardena is to drive which takes 40 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct train between Irvine and Gardena?

No, there is no direct train from Irvine to Gardena station. However, there are services departing from Tustin and arriving at Crenshaw C-Line Station via Union Station - Metro A-Line and Willowbrook - Rosa Parks Station - Metro C-Line. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.

How far is it from Irvine to Gardena?

The distance between Irvine and Gardena is 54 miles. The road distance is 38.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Irvine to Gardena without a car is to train and bus which takes 1h 41m and costs $11 - $16.

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

It takes approximately 1h 41m to get from Irvine to Gardena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Irvine to Gardena train from?

Irvine to Gardena train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, depart from Tustin station.

Where does the Irvine to Gardena train arrive?

Irvine to Gardena train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, arrive at L.A. Union Station.

Can I drive from Irvine to Gardena?

Yes, the driving distance between Irvine to Gardena is 39 miles. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Irvine to Gardena.

Where can I stay near Gardena?

There are 3079+ hotels available in Gardena.

Irvine to Gardena - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and tram

There are 4 ways to get from Irvine to Gardena by train, bus, car, taxi, or tram

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

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Tustin to L.A. Union Stationtrain OC Line
2. Take the bus from Flower / 7th to Harbor Gateway Transit Centerbus Metro J Line
1h 41m
$12–16
Drive 38.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Irvine to Gardenacar 38.4 mi
40 min
$7–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Irvine to Gardenataxi 38.4 mi
40 min
$110–150
Train, tram
1. Take the train from Tustin to L.A. Union Stationtrain OC Line
2. Take the tram from Union Station - Metro A-Line to Willowbrook - Rosa Parks Station - Metro A-Linetram Metro A Line
1h 59m
$13–16

Irvine to Gardena by train, subway, and bus

73Weekly Services

1h 41mAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 54.1 mi
Duration: 1h 41m

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

There is no direct connection from Irvine to Gardena. However, you can take the train to L.A. Union Station, walk to Union Station - Metro B & D Lines, take the subway to 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro B & D Lines, walk to Flower / 7th, then take the bus to Harbor Gateway Transit Center. Alternatively, you can drive from Irvine to Gardena in around 40 min.

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