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

The cheapest way to get from Irvine to Shafter is to train and bus which costs $23 - $50 and takes 5h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Irvine to Shafter is to drive which takes 3h and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Irvine and Shafter?

No, there is no direct bus from Irvine to Shafter. However, there are services departing from Main-Harvard and arriving at Stringham Park/Northbound via Anaheim and GET Downtown Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 53m.

How far is it from Irvine to Shafter?

The distance between Irvine and Shafter is 169 miles. The road distance is 168.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Irvine to Shafter without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 57m and costs $23 - $50.

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

It takes approximately 5h 57m to get from Irvine to Shafter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Irvine to Shafter bus from?

Irvine to Shafter bus services, operated by Limousine Express, depart from Anaheim station.

Where does the Irvine to Shafter bus arrive?

Irvine to Shafter bus services, operated by Limousine Express, arrive at Bakersfield - 1821 18th St International station.

Can I drive from Irvine to Shafter?

Yes, the driving distance between Irvine to Shafter is 169 miles. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Irvine to Shafter.

Where can I stay near Shafter?

There are six+ hotels available in Shafter.

Irvine to Shafter - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Irvine to Shafter by train, bus, car, plane, 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.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Tustin to L.A. Union Stationtrain OC Line
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Bakersfield Train Stationbus Greyhound US0831 / ...
5h 57m
$24–49
Drive 167.5 mi
1. Drive from Irvine to Shaftercar 167.5 mi
3h
$31–45
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Tustin to L.A. Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Meadows Field Airport (BFL)plane LAX - BFL
4h 8m
$89–295
Bus
1. Take the bus from Anaheim to Bakersfield - 1821 18th St Internationalbus 1
7h 53m
$37–52
Bus via Bakersfield (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Anaheim to Bakersfieldbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
8h 6m
$48–79

Irvine to Shafter by train and bus

27Weekly Services

5h 57mAverage Duration

$24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 168.5 mi
Duration: 5h 57m

What companies run services between Irvine, CA, USA and Shafter, Kern County, CA, USA?

Limousine Express operates a bus from Anaheim to Bakersfield - 1821 18th St International once daily. Tickets cost $35–50 and the journey takes 4h 20m.

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