What is the cheapest way to get from Irvine to University of California, San Diego?

The cheapest way to get from Irvine to University of California, San Diego is to train and bus which costs $11 - $17 and takes 3h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Irvine to University of California, San Diego?

The fastest way to get from Irvine to University of California, San Diego is to drive which takes 1h 15m and costs $13 - $19.

Is there a direct bus between Irvine and University of California, San Diego?

No, there is no direct bus from Irvine to University of California, 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 12m.

Is there a direct train between Irvine and University of California, San Diego?

No, there is no direct train from Irvine to University of California, San Diego station. However, there are services departing from Tustin and arriving at UCSD Central Campus Station via Irvine and Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

How far is it from Irvine to University of California, San Diego?

The distance between Irvine and University of California, San Diego is 74 miles. The road distance is 71.5 miles.

Where do I catch the Irvine to University of California, San Diego bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Irvine to University of California, San Diego train from?

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

Train or bus from Irvine to University of California, San Diego?

The best way to get from Irvine to University of California, San Diego is to train which takes 3h 19m and costs $30 - $50. Alternatively, you can line 59 bus and bus, which costs $18 - $45 and takes 3h 12m.

Where does the Irvine to University of California, San Diego bus arrive?

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

Where does the Irvine to University of California, San Diego train arrive?

Irvine to University of California, San Diego train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Diego Old Town Transportation Center station.

Can I drive from Irvine to University of California, San Diego?

Yes, the driving distance between Irvine to University of California, San Diego is 72 miles. It takes approximately 1h 15m to drive from Irvine to University of California, San Diego.

Where can I stay near University of California, San Diego?

There are 2142+ hotels available in University of California, San Diego.

Irvine to University of California, San Diego

Q: How long does it take to get from Irvine to University of California, San Diego?

It takes approximately 3h 10m to get from Irvine to University of California, San Diego, including transfers.

There are 5 ways to get from Irvine to University of California, San Diego by train, bus, train (Amtrak), car, or bus (Flixbus)

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 OceansideOC Line / ...
2. Take the bus from Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 to Gilman Dr & Myers Dr101
3h 10m
$11–17
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Irvine to San Diego Old Town Transportation CenterPacific Surfliner
3h 19m
$30–45
Train, line 101 bus
1. Take the train from Irvine to Solana Beach Amtrak StationPacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Hwy 101 & Plaza St to Gilman Dr & Myers Dr101
3h 43m
$22–27
Drive 71.1 mi
1. Drive from Irvine to University of California, San Diego71.1 mi
1h 15m
$13–19
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 12m
$18–42

Irvine to University of California, San Diego by train, bus, and foot

42Weekly Services

3h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 73.1 mi
Duration: 3h 10m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Irvine to San Diego Old Town Transportation Center every 2 hours. Tickets cost $24–28 and the journey takes 1h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from University-Ent 3773 Mariposa Villa to University of California, San Diego via Santa Ana Bus Stop and San Diego in around 3h 12m.

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