What is the cheapest way to get from Irvine to Balboa Park?

The cheapest way to get from Irvine to Balboa Park is to drive which costs $15 - $22 and takes 1h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Irvine to Balboa Park?

The fastest way to get from Irvine to Balboa Park is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs $15 - $22.

Is there a direct bus between Irvine and Balboa Park?

No, there is no direct bus from Irvine to Balboa Park. However, there are services departing from University-Ent 3773 Mariposa Villa and arriving at Park Bl & Village Pl via Santa Ana Bus Stop and Front St & B St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Irvine and Balboa Park?

No, there is no direct train from Irvine to Balboa Park. However, there are services departing from Tustin and arriving at San Diego via Irvine. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

How far is it from Irvine to Balboa Park?

The distance between Irvine and Balboa Park is 91 miles. The road distance is 82.9 miles.

How do I travel from Irvine to Balboa Park without a car?

The best way to get from Irvine to Balboa Park without a car is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs $30 - $70.

How long does it take to get from Irvine to Balboa Park?

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Irvine to Balboa Park, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Irvine to Balboa Park bus from?

Irvine to Balboa Park bus services, operated by OCTA, depart from University-Ent 3773 Mariposa Villa station.

Where do I catch the Irvine to Balboa Park train from?

Irvine to Balboa Park train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Irvine station.

Train or bus from Irvine to Balboa Park?

The best way to get from Irvine to Balboa Park is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs $30 - $70. Alternatively, you can line 59 bus and bus, which costs $30 - $55 and takes 4h 5m.

Where does the Irvine to Balboa Park bus arrive?

Irvine to Balboa Park bus services, operated by OCTA, arrive at The Depot At Santa Ana Dock 3 station.

Where does the Irvine to Balboa Park train arrive?

Irvine to Balboa Park train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Diego station.

Can I drive from Irvine to Balboa Park?

Yes, the driving distance between Irvine to Balboa Park is 83 miles. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Irvine to Balboa Park.

Where can I stay near Balboa Park?

There are 2187+ hotels available in Balboa Park.

Irvine to Balboa Park - 3 ways to travel via train, line 59 bus, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Irvine to Balboa Park by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Irvine to San Diegotrain Pacific Surfliner
3h 24m
$34–68
Drive 82.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Irvine to Balboa Parkcar 82.4 mi
1h 27m
$15–22
Line 59 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from University-Ent 3773 Mariposa Villa to The Depot At Santa Ana Dock 3bus 59
2. Take the bus from Santa Ana Bus Stop to San Diegobus FlixBus 2017
4h 5m
$34–52

Irvine to Balboa Park by train, bus, and foot (Amtrak)

91Weekly Services

3h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 90.3 mi
Duration: 3h 24m

What companies run services between Irvine, CA, USA and Balboa Park, San Diego County, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Irvine to San Diego hourly. Tickets cost $26–55 and the journey takes 1h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from University-Ent 3773 Mariposa Villa to Balboa Park via Santa Ana Bus Stop, San Diego, Front St & B St, and Park Bl & Village Pl in around 4h 5m.

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