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

The cheapest way to get from Irwindale to San Diego is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Irwindale to San Diego is to drive which takes 2h 10m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Irwindale and San Diego?

No, there is no direct bus from Irwindale to San Diego. However, there are services departing from Arrow Hwy and Irwindale Ave W and arriving at San Diego via El Monte Station - Lower Level and Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

How far is it from Irwindale to San Diego?

The distance between Irwindale and San Diego is 156 miles. The road distance is 118.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Irwindale to San Diego without a car is to train which takes 5h 3m and costs $35 - $50.

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

It takes approximately 5h 3m to get from Irwindale to San Diego, including transfers.

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

Irwindale to San Diego bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from El Monte Station - Lower Level.

Train or bus from Irwindale to San Diego?

The best way to get from Irwindale to San Diego is to train which takes 5h 3m and costs $35 - $50. Alternatively, you can line 76 bus and bus, which costs and takes 5h 45m.

Where does the Irwindale to San Diego bus arrive?

Irwindale to San Diego bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Alameda / Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Irwindale to San Diego?

Yes, the driving distance between Irwindale to San Diego is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Irwindale to San Diego.

Where can I stay near San Diego?

There are 2118+ hotels available in San Diego.

Irwindale to San Diego - 5 ways to travel via train, line 76 bus, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Irwindale to San Diego by train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak), car, tram, plane, 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 (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to San DiegoPacific Surfliner
5h 3m
$37–46
Drive 117.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Irwindale to San Diego117.6 mi
2h 10m
$22–31
Line 76 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from El Monte Station - Lower Level to Alameda / Los Angeles76
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles to San DiegoAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 45m
Tram, fly
1. Take the tram from Azusa Downtown Station to Union Station - Metro A-Line
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)LAX - SAN
4h 6m
$86–332
Line 70 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from El Monte Station - Lower Level to Cesar E Chavez / Vignes70
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San DiegoFlixBus 2017
6h 22m
$26–72

Irwindale to San Diego by bus, tram, and train (Amtrak)

77Weekly Services

5h 3mAverage Duration

$37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 154.9 mi
Duration: 5h 3m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to San Diego every 2 hours. Tickets cost $33–39 and the journey takes 2h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Arrow Hwy and Irwindale Ave W to San Diego via El Monte Station Upper Level, El Monte Station - Lower Level, Alameda / Los Angeles, and Los Angeles in around 5h 45m.

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