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

The cheapest way to get from Monterey to Irvine is to drive which costs $65 - $95 and takes 6h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Monterey to Irvine is to fly which takes 2h 40m and costs $240 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Monterey and Irvine?

No, there is no direct bus from Monterey to Irvine. However, there are services departing from Tyler / Franklin and arriving at Main-Harvard via Salinas, San Jose Diridon Station and Artic - Dock 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Monterey and Irvine?

No, there is no direct train from Monterey to Irvine. However, there are services departing from Salinas and arriving at Tustin via L.A. Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 3m.

How far is it from Monterey to Irvine?

The distance between Monterey and Irvine is 308 miles. The road distance is 359.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Monterey to Irvine without a car is to train which takes 13h 3m and costs $120 - $260.

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

It takes approximately 2h 40m to get from Monterey to Irvine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Monterey to Irvine bus from?

Monterey to Irvine bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Salinas station.

Where do I catch the Monterey to Irvine train from?

Monterey to Irvine train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Salinas station.

Train, bus or fly from Monterey to Irvine?

The best way to get from Monterey to Irvine is to fly which takes 2h 40m and costs $240 - $800. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $120 - $260 and takes 13h 3m, you could also bus, which costs $75 - $150 and takes 14h 10m.

Where does the Monterey to Irvine bus arrive?

Monterey to Irvine bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Jose station.

Where does the Monterey to Irvine train arrive?

Monterey to Irvine train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Monterey to Irvine?

Yes, the driving distance between Monterey to Irvine is 360 miles. It takes approximately 6h 16m to drive from Monterey to Irvine.

Where can I stay near Irvine?

There are 1565+ hotels available in Irvine.

Monterey to Irvine - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and shuttle

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There are 6 ways to get from Monterey to Irvine by plane, train (Amtrak), bus, train, car, shuttle, or bus (Amtrak, Greyhound)

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Fly from Monterey Regional Airport
best
1. Fly from Monterey Regional Airport (MRY) to John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA)plane MRY - SNA
2h 40m
$243–753
Drive 357.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Monterey to Irvinecar 357.8 mi
6h 16m
$66–95
Train
1. Take the train from Salinas to Los Angelestrain Coast Starlight
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Tustintrain OC Line
13h 3m
$120–255
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Salinas to Santa Barbarabus
2. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Stationbus
3. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Tustintrain
13h 24m
$104–159
Shuttle to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport, fly
1. Take a shuttle bus from Monterey Shuttle Station to SJC Airport Terminal Ashuttle
2. Fly from Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport (SJC) to John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA)plane SJC - SNA
4h 10m
$240–857
Bus
1. Take the bus from Salinas to San Josebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from San Jose Diridon Station to Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Centerbus Greyhound US0831
14h 10m
$79–144

Monterey to Irvine by bus, train, and foot

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Distance: 306 mi
Duration: 2h 40m

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

JSX and United Airlines fly from Monterey Regional Airport (MRY) to John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tyler / Franklin to Tustin via Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7, Salinas, Los Angeles, and L.A. Union Station in around 13h 3m.

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