What is the cheapest way to get from Irvine to Chula Vista?

The cheapest way to get from Irvine to Chula Vista is to drive which costs $16 - $24 and takes 1h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Irvine to Chula Vista?

The fastest way to get from Irvine to Chula Vista is to drive which takes 1h 35m and costs $16 - $24.

Is there a direct bus between Irvine and Chula Vista?

No, there is no direct bus from Irvine to Chula Vista. However, there are services departing from University-Ent 3773 Mariposa Villa and arriving at E St & 4th Av via Santa Ana and 12th & Imperial Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Irvine and Chula Vista?

No, there is no direct train from Irvine to Chula Vista station. However, there are services departing from Tustin and arriving at E Street Station via Irvine and Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

How far is it from Irvine to Chula Vista?

The distance between Irvine and Chula Vista is 96 miles. The road distance is 90.2 miles.

How do I travel from Irvine to Chula Vista without a car?

The best way to get from Irvine to Chula Vista without a car is to train and tram which takes 3h 31m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Irvine to Chula Vista?

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from Irvine to Chula Vista, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Irvine to Chula Vista bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Irvine to Chula Vista train from?

Irvine to Chula Vista train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Irvine station.

Where does the Irvine to Chula Vista bus arrive?

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

Where does the Irvine to Chula Vista train arrive?

Irvine to Chula Vista train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Diego Old Town Transportation Center station.

Can I drive from Irvine to Chula Vista?

Yes, the driving distance between Irvine to Chula Vista is 90 miles. It takes approximately 1h 35m to drive from Irvine to Chula Vista.

Where can I stay near Chula Vista?

There are 1789+ hotels available in Chula Vista.

Irvine to Chula Vista - 4 ways to travel via train, tram, line 59 bus, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Irvine to Chula Vista by train, tram, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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Train, tram
best
1. Take the train from Irvine to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the tram from Old Town Station to E Street Stationtram Blue
3h 31m
Drive 89.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Irvine to Chula Vistacar 89.6 mi
1h 35m
$17–24
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 to San Diegobus Los Angeles
4h 17m
$22–35
Line 59 bus, bus, tram
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 Diego Greyhound Bus Stopbus
3. Take the tram from Old Town Station to E Street Stationtram
4h 17m

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Distance: 95.6 mi
Duration: 3h 31m

What companies run services between Irvine, CA, USA and Chula Vista, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from University-Ent 3773 Mariposa Villa to E St & 4th Av via The Depot At Santa Ana Dock 3, Santa Ana, San Diego, and 12th & Imperial Transit Center in around 4h 17m.

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