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

The cheapest way to get from Irvine to Helendale is to bus which costs $7 - $23 and takes 7h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Irvine to Helendale is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs $17 - $26.

Is there a direct bus between Irvine and Helendale?

No, there is no direct bus from Irvine to Helendale. However, there are services departing from Culver-San Leandro and arriving at Vista Rd EB & Helendale Rd via 1St-Centennial, Village of Orange Zone 5, San Bernardino and VVTC - Dock 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 57m.

How far is it from Irvine to Helendale?

The distance between Irvine and Helendale is 122 miles. The road distance is 98.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Irvine to Helendale without a car is to train which takes 5h 8m and costs $30 - $75.

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

It takes approximately 5h 8m to get from Irvine to Helendale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Irvine to Helendale bus from?

Irvine to Helendale bus services, operated by Riverside Transit Agency, depart from Village of Orange Zone 5 station.

Train or bus from Irvine to Helendale?

The best way to get from Irvine to Helendale is to train which takes 5h 8m and costs $30 - $75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $7 - $23 and takes 7h 57m.

Where does the Irvine to Helendale bus arrive?

Irvine to Helendale bus services, operated by Riverside Transit Agency, arrive at San Bernardino station.

Can I drive from Irvine to Helendale?

Yes, the driving distance between Irvine to Helendale is 98 miles. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Irvine to Helendale.

Where can I stay near Helendale?

There are 15+ hotels available in Helendale.

Irvine to Helendale - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Irvine to Helendale by train (Amtrak), bus, or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Victorville Amtraktrain Southwest Chief
5h 8m
$33–71
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Village of Orange Zone 5 to San Bernardinobus 200
2. Take the bus from San Bernardino to VVTC - Dock 6bus 15
7h 57m
$7–23
Drive 97.6 mi
1. Drive from Irvine to Helendalecar 97.6 mi
1h 45m
$18–26

Irvine to Helendale by train and bus (Amtrak)

7Weekly Services

5h 8mAverage Duration

$33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 121.6 mi
Duration: 5h 8m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Victorville Amtrak once daily. Tickets cost $25–55 and the journey takes 2h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Culver-San Leandro to Vista Rd EB & Helendale Rd via 1St-Centennial, Tustin-East Village Way, Village of Orange Zone 5, San Bernardino, VVTC - Dock 6, and VVTC - Dock 5 in around 7h 57m.

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