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

The cheapest way to get from Poway to Irvine is to drive which costs $14 - $22 and takes 1h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poway to Irvine is to drive which takes 1h 25m and costs $14 - $22.

Is there a direct bus between Poway and Irvine?

No, there is no direct bus from Poway to Irvine. However, there are services departing from Midland Rd & Janette Ln and arriving at Alton-Meadowbrook via Rancho Bernardo Transit Station, San Diego and Irvine Station-Dock 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

How far is it from Poway to Irvine?

The distance between Poway and Irvine is 83 miles. The road distance is 81.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poway to Irvine without a car is to tram and train which takes 4h 3m and costs $15 - $29.

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

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from Poway to Irvine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poway to Irvine bus from?

Poway to Irvine bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from Rancho Bernardo Transit Station.

Where does the Poway to Irvine bus arrive?

Poway to Irvine bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at India St & C St station.

Can I drive from Poway to Irvine?

Yes, the driving distance between Poway to Irvine is 81 miles. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Poway to Irvine.

Where can I stay near Irvine?

There are 1376+ hotels available in Irvine.

Poway to Irvine - 4 ways to travel via train, tram, bus, car, and line 945 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Poway to Irvine by tram, train, bus (Amtrak), car, 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.

Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Escondido Transit Center to Oceanside Transit CenterSprinter
2. Take the train from Oceanside to TustinOC Line / ...
4h 3m
$16–29
Drive 80.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Poway to Irvine80.9 mi
1h 25m
$15–22
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rancho Bernardo Transit Station to India St & C St235
2. Take the bus from San Diego to IrvineAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 52m
Line 945 bus, line 235 bus, tram, train, line 86 bus
1. Take the bus from Midland Rd & Janette Ln to Rancho Bernardo Transit Station945
2. Take the bus from Rancho Bernardo Transit Station to Escondido Transit Center235
3. Take the tram from Escondido Transit Center to Oceanside Transit Center
4. Take the train from Oceanside to Irvine
5. Take the bus from Irvine Station-Dock 5 to Alton-Paseo Westpark86
5h 19m
$16–39

Poway to Irvine by bus, tram, and train

42Weekly Services

4h 3mAverage Duration

$16Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 82.5 mi
Duration: 4h 3m

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

You can take a bus from Midland Rd & Janette Ln to Alton-Meadowbrook via Rancho Bernardo Transit Station, India St & C St, San Diego, Irvine, and Irvine Station-Dock 5 in around 5h 52m.

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