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How to get fromIrvine to California Cityby train, bus, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Irvine to California City by train, bus, or car

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  1. Train, bus

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    1. Take the train from Tustin to L.A. Union Stationtrain train
    2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Lancastertrain train
    3. Take the bus from MetroLink/Sierra Hwy. to California City Blvd. at Isabella Blvd.bus bus 250
    6h 18m
    $17–23

  2. Bus, train

    1. Take the bus from Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center to Los Angeles Union Stationbus bus
    2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Lancastertrain train
    3. Take the bus from MetroLink/Sierra Hwy. to Aspen Mall/82nd St.bus bus 250
    7h 58m
    $20–29

  3. Drive  138.6 mi

    1. Drive from Irvine to California Citycar car 138.6 mi
    2h 49m
    $24–35

Irvine to California City by train and bus

Calendar28Weekly Services
Duration6h 18mAverage Duration
Ticket$17Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 156.4 mi
  • Duration: 6h 18m

What companies run services between Irvine, CA, USA and California City, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Irvine to California City. However, you can take the train to L.A. Union Station, take the train to Lancaster, walk to MetroLink/Sierra Hwy., then take the bus to California City Blvd. at Isabella Blvd.. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Main-Culver to Aspen Mall/82nd St. via Artic - Dock 4, Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center, Los Angeles Union Station, L.A. Union Station, Lancaster, and MetroLink/Sierra Hwy. in around 7h 58m.

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