What is the cheapest way to get from Irvine to Balboa Island (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Irvine to Balboa Island (Station) is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 13 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Irvine to Balboa Island (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Irvine to Balboa Island (Station) is to taxi which takes 13 min and costs $30 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Irvine and Balboa Island (Station)?

No, there is no direct bus from Irvine to Balboa Island (Station). However, there are services departing from Culver-Michelson and arriving at Coast-Promontory Point via Newport Trans Ctr Dock 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 27m.

How far is it from Irvine to Balboa Island (Station)?

The distance between Irvine and Balboa Island (Station) is 17 miles. The road distance is 9.8 miles.

How do I travel from Irvine to Balboa Island (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Irvine to Balboa Island (Station) without a car is to line 79 bus and line 55 bus which takes 1h 27m and costs $4.

How long does it take to get from Irvine to Balboa Island (Station)?

It takes approximately 1h 27m to get from Irvine to Balboa Island (Station), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Irvine to Balboa Island (Station) bus from?

Irvine to Balboa Island (Station) bus services, operated by OCTA, depart from Culver-Michelson station.

Where does the Irvine to Balboa Island (Station) bus arrive?

Irvine to Balboa Island (Station) bus services, operated by OCTA, arrive at Newport Trans Ctr Dock 2 station.

Can I drive from Irvine to Balboa Island (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Irvine to Balboa Island (Station) is 10 miles. It takes approximately 13 min to drive from Irvine to Balboa Island (Station).

Where can I stay near Balboa Island (Station)?

There are 1536+ hotels available in Balboa Island (Station).

Irvine to Balboa Island (Station) - 4 ways to travel via line 79 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Irvine to Balboa Island (Station) by bus, taxi, car, or foot

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Line 79 bus, line 55 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Culver-Michelson to Newport Trans Ctr Dock 2bus 79
2. Take the bus from Newport Trans Ctr Dock 5 to Coast-Promontory Pointbus 1 / ...
1h 27m
$4
Drive 9.8 mi
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1. Drive from Irvine to Balboa Island (Station)car 9.8 mi
13 min
$2–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Irvine to Balboa Island (Station)taxi 9.8 mi
13 min
$30–40
Walk
1. Take the foot from Irvine to Balboa Island (Station)walk 7.1 mi
2h 17m

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Distance: 17 mi
Duration: 1h 27m

What companies run services between Irvine, CA, USA and Balboa Island (Station), CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Culver-Michelson to Balboa Island (Station) via Newport Trans Ctr Dock 2, Newport Trans Ctr Dock 5, and Coast-Promontory Point in around 1h 27m.

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