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

The cheapest way to get from Escondido to Irvine is to drive which costs $12 - $19 and takes 1h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Escondido to Irvine is to drive which takes 1h 12m and costs $12 - $19.

Is there a direct bus between Escondido and Irvine?

No, there is no direct bus from Escondido to Irvine. However, there are services departing from Escondido Transit Center Stall 13 and arriving at Alton-Meadowbrook via Solana Beach Amtrak Station and Irvine Station-Dock 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Escondido and Irvine?

No, there is no direct train from Escondido to Irvine. However, there are services departing from Escondido Transit Center and arriving at Tustin via Oceanside. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.

How far is it from Escondido to Irvine?

The distance between Escondido and Irvine is 69 miles. The road distance is 69.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Escondido to Irvine without a car is to tram and train which takes 2h 55m and costs $11 - $20.

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

It takes approximately 2h 55m to get from Escondido to Irvine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Escondido to Irvine bus from?

Escondido to Irvine bus services, operated by North County Transit, depart from Escondido Transit Center Stall 13 station.

Where do I catch the Escondido to Irvine train from?

Escondido to Irvine train services, operated by North County Transit, depart from Escondido Transit Center station.

Where does the Escondido to Irvine bus arrive?

Escondido to Irvine bus services, operated by North County Transit, arrive at Hwy 101 & Plaza St station.

Where does the Escondido to Irvine train arrive?

Escondido to Irvine train services, operated by North County Transit, arrive at Oceanside Transit Center station.

Can I drive from Escondido to Irvine?

Yes, the driving distance between Escondido to Irvine is 69 miles. It takes approximately 1h 12m to drive from Escondido to Irvine.

Where can I stay near Irvine?

There are 1587+ hotels available in Irvine.

Escondido to Irvine - 4 ways to travel via train, tram, line 308 bus, and bus

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

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Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Escondido Transit Center to Oceanside Transit Centertram Sprinter
2. Take the train from Oceanside to Tustintrain OC Line / ...
2h 55m
$12–20
Line 308 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Escondido Transit Center Stall 13 to Hwy 101 & Plaza Stbus 308
2. Take the bus from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Irvinebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
4h 21m
$24–37
Drive 68.9 mi
1. Drive from Escondido to Irvinecar 68.9 mi
1h 12m
$13–19
Tram, train via Irvine
1. Take the tram from Escondido Transit Center to Oceanside Transit Centertram Sprinter
2. Take the train from Oceanside to Irvinetrain Pacific Surfliner
3h 24m
$16–28

Escondido to Irvine by tram and train

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2h 55mAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 68.5 mi
Duration: 2h 55m

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

You can take a bus from Escondido Transit Center Stall 13 to Alton-Meadowbrook via Hwy 101 & Plaza St, Solana Beach Amtrak Station, Irvine, and Irvine Station-Dock 5 in around 4h 21m.

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