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

The cheapest way to get from Columbia to Irvine is to drive which costs $430 - $650 and takes 37h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Columbia to Irvine is to fly which takes 8h 14m and costs $490 - $2,000.

Is there a direct train between Columbia and Irvine?

No, there is no direct train from Columbia station to Irvine. However, there are services departing from Columbia Station and arriving at Tustin via Chicago Union Station and Fullerton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 2h.

How far is it from Columbia to Irvine?

The distance between Columbia and Irvine is 2118 miles. The road distance is 2387.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Columbia to Irvine without a car is to bus and train which takes 2 days 12h and costs .

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

It takes approximately 8h 14m to get from Columbia to Irvine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Columbia to Irvine train from?

Columbia to Irvine train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Columbia Station.

Train or fly from Columbia to Irvine?

The best way to get from Columbia to Irvine is to fly which takes 8h 14m and costs $490 - $2,000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1,100 - $2,400 and takes 3 days 2h.

What is the time difference between Columbia and Irvine?

Irvine is 3h behind Columbia. It is currently 6:56 AM in Columbia and 3:56 AM in Irvine.

Where does the Columbia to Irvine train arrive?

Columbia to Irvine train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Columbia to Irvine?

Yes, the driving distance between Columbia to Irvine is 2388 miles. It takes approximately 37h 29m to drive from Columbia to Irvine.

Where can I stay near Irvine?

There are 1586+ hotels available in Irvine.

Columbia to Irvine - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Columbia to Irvine by plane, bus, train, train (Amtrak), or car

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Fly to John Wayne Airport Orange County
best
1. Fly from Columbia (CAE) to John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA)plane CAE - SNA
8h 14m
$492–2,002
Fly to Los Angeles International Airport, train
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1. Fly from Columbia (CAE) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane CAE - LAX
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Tustintrain
11h 18m
$316–1,226
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Assembly & Gervais South to James E Clyburn Intermodal Transportation Centerbus 44
2. Take the bus from Sumter to Atlantabus
3. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Dallas Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Dallas Bus Station to Los Angeles Union Stationbus
5. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Tustintrain
2d 12h
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Columbia Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Fullerton Amtrak Stationtrain
3d 2h
$1,122–2,350
Drive 2,373.7 mi
1. Drive from Columbia to Irvinecar 2,373.7 mi
37h 29m
$434–626

Columbia (CAE) to John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA) flights

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8h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 2,106.2 mi
Duration: 8h 14m

What companies run services between Columbia, SC, USA and Irvine, CA, USA?

Delta, American Airlines, and United Airlines fly from Columbia (CAE) to John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA) every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Columbia Station to Tustin via Chicago Union Station, Fullerton Amtrak Station, and Fullerton in around 3d 2h.

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