What is the cheapest way to get from Imperial Beach to Irvine?

The cheapest way to get from Imperial Beach to Irvine is to drive which costs $17 - $26 and takes 1h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Imperial Beach to Irvine?

The fastest way to get from Imperial Beach to Irvine is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs $17 - $26.

Is there a direct bus between Imperial Beach and Irvine?

No, there is no direct bus from Imperial Beach to Irvine. However, there are services departing from Palm Av & 9th St and arriving at Main-Harvard via San Diego and Artic - Dock 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Imperial Beach and Irvine?

No, there is no direct train from Imperial Beach station to Irvine. However, there are services departing from Palm Avenue Station and arriving at Tustin via San Diego and Irvine. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

How far is it from Imperial Beach to Irvine?

The distance between Imperial Beach and Irvine is 102 miles. The road distance is 98.3 miles.

How do I travel from Imperial Beach to Irvine without a car?

The best way to get from Imperial Beach to Irvine without a car is to tram and train which takes 4h 29m and costs $35 - $85.

How long does it take to get from Imperial Beach to Irvine?

It takes approximately 4h 29m to get from Imperial Beach to Irvine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Imperial Beach to Irvine bus from?

Imperial Beach to Irvine bus services, operated by Greyhound Mexico, depart from San Diego station.

Where do I catch the Imperial Beach to Irvine train from?

Imperial Beach to Irvine train services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from Palm Avenue Station.

Where does the Imperial Beach to Irvine bus arrive?

Imperial Beach to Irvine bus services, operated by Greyhound Mexico, arrive at Anaheim station.

Where does the Imperial Beach to Irvine train arrive?

Imperial Beach to Irvine train services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at America Plaza Station.

Can I drive from Imperial Beach to Irvine?

Yes, the driving distance between Imperial Beach to Irvine is 98 miles. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Imperial Beach to Irvine.

Where can I stay near Irvine?

There are 1537+ hotels available in Irvine.

Imperial Beach to Irvine - 4 ways to travel via train, tram, and bus

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

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Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Palm Avenue Station to America Plaza Stationtram Blue
2. Take the train from San Diego to Irvinetrain Pacific Surfliner
4h 29m
$36–81
Drive 97.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Imperial Beach to Irvinecar 97.7 mi
1h 42m
$18–26
Bus, line 53 bus
1. Take the bus from San Diego to Anaheimbus Tijuana
2. Take the bus from Artic - Dock 4 to Main-Harvardbus 53
5h 7m
$24–37
Line 901 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Palm Av & 9th St to 12th & Imperial Transit Centerbus 901
2. Take the bus from San Diego to Irvinebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 12m
$32–47

Imperial Beach to Irvine by bus, tram, and train

91Weekly Services

4h 29mAverage Duration

$36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 101 mi
Duration: 4h 29m

What companies run services between Imperial Beach, CA, USA and Irvine, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Palm Av & 9th St to Main-Harvard via 12th & Imperial Transit Center, San Diego, Anaheim, and Artic - Dock 4 in around 5h 7m.

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