What is the cheapest way to get from Desert Hot Springs to Irvine?

The cheapest way to get from Desert Hot Springs to Irvine is to drive which costs $17 - $25 and takes 1h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Desert Hot Springs to Irvine?

The fastest way to get from Desert Hot Springs to Irvine is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs $17 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between Desert Hot Springs and Irvine?

No, there is no direct bus from Desert Hot Springs to Irvine. However, there are services departing from Pierson at Cactus and arriving at Main-Harvard via Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop and Artic - Dock 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Desert Hot Springs and Irvine?

No, there is no direct train from Desert Hot Springs station to Irvine. However, there are services departing from Palm Springs Station and arriving at Tustin via L.A. Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from Desert Hot Springs to Irvine?

The distance between Desert Hot Springs and Irvine is 151 miles. The road distance is 94.7 miles.

How do I travel from Desert Hot Springs to Irvine without a car?

The best way to get from Desert Hot Springs to Irvine without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 55m and costs $45 - $70.

How long does it take to get from Desert Hot Springs to Irvine?

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Desert Hot Springs to Irvine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Desert Hot Springs to Irvine bus from?

Desert Hot Springs to Irvine bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the Desert Hot Springs to Irvine train from?

Desert Hot Springs to Irvine train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Palm Springs Station.

Train or bus from Desert Hot Springs to Irvine?

The best way to get from Desert Hot Springs to Irvine is to train which takes 5h 50m and costs $90 - $140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 31m.

Where does the Desert Hot Springs to Irvine bus arrive?

Desert Hot Springs to Irvine bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Fullerton Amtrak Station.

Where does the Desert Hot Springs to Irvine train arrive?

Desert Hot Springs to Irvine train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Desert Hot Springs to Irvine?

Yes, the driving distance between Desert Hot Springs to Irvine is 95 miles. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Desert Hot Springs to Irvine.

Where can I stay near Irvine?

There are 1558+ hotels available in Irvine.

Desert Hot Springs to Irvine - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Desert Hot Springs to Irvine by bus, train, train (Amtrak), car, or bus (Amtrak)

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Palm Springs North to Los Angeles Union Stationbus FlixBus 2054
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Tustintrain OC Line
3h 55m
$49–67
Drive 94.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Desert Hot Springs to Irvinecar 94.1 mi
1h 43m
$18–25
Train
1. Take the train from Palm Springs Station to Los Angelestrain Texas Eagle / ...
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Tustintrain OC Line
5h 50m
$92–136
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop to Fullerton Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h 31m

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Distance: 150 mi
Duration: 3h 55m

What companies run services between Desert Hot Springs, CA, USA and Irvine, CA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Desert Hot Springs to Tustin via Palm Springs Station, Los Angeles, and L.A. Union Station in around 5h 50m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a bus from Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop to Fullerton Amtrak Station once daily, and the journey takes 2h 50m.

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