What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff-by-the-Sea to Irvine?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff-by-the-Sea to Irvine is to drive which costs $11 - $17 and takes 1h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff-by-the-Sea to Irvine?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff-by-the-Sea to Irvine is to drive which takes 1h 6m and costs $11 - $17.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff-by-the-Sea and Irvine?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff-by-the-Sea to Irvine. However, there are services departing from Hwy 101 & Chesterfield Dr and arriving at Alton-Meadowbrook via Solana Beach Amtrak Station and Irvine Station-Dock 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

How far is it from Cardiff-by-the-Sea to Irvine?

The distance between Cardiff-by-the-Sea and Irvine is 62 miles. The road distance is 63.2 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff-by-the-Sea to Irvine without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff-by-the-Sea to Irvine without a car is to line 101 bus and train which takes 2h 57m and costs $11 - $18.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff-by-the-Sea to Irvine?

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Cardiff-by-the-Sea to Irvine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff-by-the-Sea to Irvine bus from?

Cardiff-by-the-Sea to Irvine bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Solana Beach Amtrak Station.

Where does the Cardiff-by-the-Sea to Irvine bus arrive?

Cardiff-by-the-Sea to Irvine bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Irvine station.

Can I drive from Cardiff-by-the-Sea to Irvine?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff-by-the-Sea to Irvine is 63 miles. It takes approximately 1h 6m to drive from Cardiff-by-the-Sea to Irvine.

Where can I stay near Irvine?

There are 1363+ hotels available in Irvine.

Cardiff-by-the-Sea to Irvine - 4 ways to travel via train, line 101 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff-by-the-Sea to Irvine by bus, train, bus (Amtrak), or car

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Line 101 bus, train
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1. Take the bus from Hwy 101 & Chesterfield Dr to Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8bus 101
2. Take the train from Oceanside to Tustintrain OC Line / ...
2h 57m
$12–18
Bus, line 86 bus
1. Take the bus from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Irvinebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Irvine Station-Dock 5 to Alton-Meadowbrookbus 86
3h 46m
Drive 62.9 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff-by-the-Sea to Irvinecar 62.9 mi
1h 6m
$12–17
Line 101 bus, train, line 53 bus
1. Take the bus from Hwy 101 & Chesterfield Dr to Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8bus 101
2. Take the train from Oceanside to Anaheimtrain
3. Take the bus from Artic - Dock 4 to Main-Paseo Westparkbus 53
4h 8m
$14–21

Cardiff-by-the-Sea to Irvine by bus and train

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2h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 61.7 mi
Duration: 2h 57m

What companies run services between Cardiff-by-the-Sea, CA, USA and Irvine, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Hwy 101 & Chesterfield Dr to Alton-Meadowbrook via Hwy 101 & Plaza St, Solana Beach Amtrak Station, Irvine, and Irvine Station-Dock 5 in around 3h 46m.

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