What is the cheapest way to get from Irvine to Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

The cheapest way to get from Irvine to Cardiff-by-the-Sea is to drive which costs $10 - $15 and takes 1h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Irvine to Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

The fastest way to get from Irvine to Cardiff-by-the-Sea is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs $10 - $15.

Is there a direct train between Irvine and Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

No, there is no direct train from Irvine to Cardiff-by-the-Sea station. However, there are services departing from Tustin and arriving at Solana Beach Amtrak Station via Irvine. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.

How far is it from Irvine to Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

The distance between Irvine and Cardiff-by-the-Sea is 62 miles. The road distance is 60.1 miles.

How do I travel from Irvine to Cardiff-by-the-Sea without a car?

The best way to get from Irvine to Cardiff-by-the-Sea without a car is to train and line 101 bus which takes 2h 19m and costs $11 - $18.

How long does it take to get from Irvine to Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

It takes approximately 2h 19m to get from Irvine to Cardiff-by-the-Sea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Irvine to Cardiff-by-the-Sea train from?

Irvine to Cardiff-by-the-Sea train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Irvine station.

Where does the Irvine to Cardiff-by-the-Sea train arrive?

Irvine to Cardiff-by-the-Sea train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Solana Beach Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Irvine to Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

Yes, the driving distance between Irvine to Cardiff-by-the-Sea is 60 miles. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Irvine to Cardiff-by-the-Sea.

Where can I stay near Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

There are 979+ hotels available in Cardiff-by-the-Sea.

Irvine to Cardiff-by-the-Sea - 4 ways to travel via train, line 101 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Irvine to Cardiff-by-the-Sea by train, bus, train (Amtrak), or car

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Train, line 101 bus
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1. Take the train from Tustin to Oceansidetrain OC Line / ...
2. Take the bus from Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 to Hwy 101 & Chesterfield Drbus 101
2h 19m
$11–17
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Irvine to Solana Beach Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
2h 43m
$38–63
Drive 59.8 mi
1. Drive from Irvine to Cardiff-by-the-Seacar 59.8 mi
1h 3m
$11–15
Train, line 101 bus via Irvine Station-Dock 5
1. Take the train from Irvine to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 to Hwy 101 & Chesterfield Drbus 101
3h 28m
$12–19

Irvine to Cardiff-by-the-Sea by train and bus

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Distance: 61.3 mi
Duration: 2h 19m

What companies run services between Irvine, CA, USA and Cardiff-by-the-Sea, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Irvine to Solana Beach Amtrak Station hourly. Tickets cost $30–50 and the journey takes 1h 10m.

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