What is the cheapest way to get from Irvine to San Diego?

The cheapest way to get from Irvine to San Diego is to drive which costs $15 - $22 and takes 1h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Irvine to San Diego?

The fastest way to get from Irvine to San Diego is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs $15 - $22.

Is there a direct bus between Irvine and San Diego?

No, there is no direct bus from Irvine to San Diego. However, there are services departing from University-Ent 3773 Mariposa Villa and arriving at San Diego via Santa Ana Bus Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Irvine and San Diego?

No, there is no direct train from Irvine to San Diego. However, there are services departing from Tustin and arriving at San Diego via Irvine. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Irvine to San Diego?

The distance between Irvine and San Diego is 88 miles. The road distance is 83.7 miles.

How do I travel from Irvine to San Diego without a car?

The best way to get from Irvine to San Diego without a car is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs $29 - $40.

How long does it take to get from Irvine to San Diego?

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Irvine to San Diego, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Irvine to San Diego bus from?

Irvine to San Diego bus services, operated by OCTA, depart from University-Ent 3773 Mariposa Villa station.

Where do I catch the Irvine to San Diego train from?

Irvine to San Diego train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Irvine station.

Train or bus from Irvine to San Diego?

The best way to get from Irvine to San Diego is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs $29 - $40. Alternatively, you can line 59 bus and bus, which costs $18 - $50 and takes 3h 34m.

Where does the Irvine to San Diego bus arrive?

Irvine to San Diego bus services, operated by OCTA, arrive at The Depot At Santa Ana Dock 3 station.

Where does the Irvine to San Diego train arrive?

Irvine to San Diego train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Diego station.

Can I drive from Irvine to San Diego?

Yes, the driving distance between Irvine to San Diego is 84 miles. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Irvine to San Diego.

Where can I stay near San Diego?

There are 1751+ hotels available in San Diego.

Irvine to San Diego - 4 ways to travel via train, line 59 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Irvine to San Diego by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), car, train, 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 (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Irvine to San DiegoPacific Surfliner
2h 59m
$29–35
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Tustin to OceansideOC Line / ...
2. Take the bus from Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 to UTC Transit Center101
4h 2m
$13–32
Line 59 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from University-Ent 3773 Mariposa Villa to The Depot At Santa Ana Dock 359
2. Take the bus from Santa Ana Bus Stop to San DiegoFlixBus 2017
3h 34m
$18–47
Drive 83.2 mi
1. Drive from Irvine to San Diego83.2 mi
1h 27m
$16–22

Irvine to San Diego by train (Amtrak)

77Weekly Trains

2h 59mAverage Duration

$29Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 87.9 mi
Duration: 2h 59m

What companies run services between Irvine, CA, USA and San Diego, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Irvine to San Diego every 2 hours. Tickets cost $25–30 and the journey takes 1h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from University-Ent 3773 Mariposa Villa to San Diego via Santa Ana Bus Stop in around 3h 34m.

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