What is the cheapest way to get from Irvine to Cathedral City?

The cheapest way to get from Irvine to Cathedral City is to train and bus which costs $12 - $20 and takes 5h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Irvine to Cathedral City?

The fastest way to get from Irvine to Cathedral City is to drive which takes 1h 51m and costs $18 - $27.

Is there a direct bus between Irvine and Cathedral City?

No, there is no direct bus from Irvine station to Cathedral City. However, there are services departing from Fullerton Amtrak Station and arriving at B St at Buddy Rogers via Town Center & Hahn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.

How far is it from Irvine to Cathedral City?

The distance between Irvine and Cathedral City is 126 miles. The road distance is 100.2 miles.

How do I travel from Irvine to Cathedral City without a car?

The best way to get from Irvine to Cathedral City without a car is to bus which takes 4h 41m and costs $30 - $55.

How long does it take to get from Irvine to Cathedral City?

It takes approximately 4h 41m to get from Irvine to Cathedral City, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Irvine to Cathedral City bus from?

Irvine to Cathedral City bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Fullerton Amtrak Station.

Where does the Irvine to Cathedral City bus arrive?

Irvine to Cathedral City bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Can I drive from Irvine to Cathedral City?

Yes, the driving distance between Irvine to Cathedral City is 100 miles. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Irvine to Cathedral City.

Where can I stay near Cathedral City?

There are 2357+ hotels available in Cathedral City.

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There are 3 ways to get from Irvine to Cathedral City by bus (Amtrak), car, train, or bus

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Bus (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
4h 41m
$34–50
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Tustin to San Bernardino - Downtowntrain
2. Take the bus from San Bernardino to Walmartbus
3. Take the bus from 2nd at Commerce to Varner at Harry Oliverbus 10
5h 54m
$13–19
Drive 99.7 mi
1. Drive from Irvine to Cathedral Citycar 99.7 mi
1h 51m
$19–27

Irvine to Cathedral City by train and bus (Amtrak)

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4h 41mAverage Duration

$34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 125.2 mi
Duration: 4h 41m

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

Amtrak operates a bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop once daily. Tickets cost $26–40 and the journey takes 2h 40m.

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