What is the cheapest way to get from Irvine to Elk Grove?

The cheapest way to get from Irvine to Elk Grove is to drive which costs $75 - $110 and takes 6h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Irvine to Elk Grove?

The fastest way to get from Irvine to Elk Grove is to fly and tram which takes 2h 57m and costs $310 - $850.

Is there a direct bus between Irvine and Elk Grove?

No, there is no direct bus from Irvine to Elk Grove. However, there are services departing from Main-Harvard and arriving at SACA - Sacramento Central Autobuses Inc via Anaheim. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Irvine and Elk Grove?

No, there is no direct train from Irvine to Elk Grove station. However, there are services departing from Tustin and arriving at CRC Station via Los Angeles and 8th & O Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 8m.

How far is it from Irvine to Elk Grove?

The distance between Irvine and Elk Grove is 435 miles. The road distance is 415.8 miles.

How do I travel from Irvine to Elk Grove without a car?

The best way to get from Irvine to Elk Grove without a car is to train and bus which takes 9h 59m and costs $120 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Irvine to Elk Grove?

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Irvine to Elk Grove, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Irvine to Elk Grove bus from?

Irvine to Elk Grove bus services, operated by Limousine Express, depart from Anaheim station.

Where do I catch the Irvine to Elk Grove train from?

Irvine to Elk Grove train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, depart from Tustin station.

Train or bus from Irvine to Elk Grove?

The best way to get from Irvine to Elk Grove is to train which takes 17h 8m and costs $190 - $390. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $110 - $160 and takes 11h 51m.

Where does the Irvine to Elk Grove bus arrive?

Irvine to Elk Grove bus services, operated by Limousine Express, arrive at SACA - Sacramento Central Autobuses Inc station.

Where does the Irvine to Elk Grove train arrive?

Irvine to Elk Grove train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, arrive at L.A. Union Station.

Can I drive from Irvine to Elk Grove?

Yes, the driving distance between Irvine to Elk Grove is 416 miles. It takes approximately 6h 55m to drive from Irvine to Elk Grove.

How do I get a train ticket from Irvine to Elk Grove?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Irvine to Elk Grove?

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Where can I stay near Elk Grove?

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Irvine to Elk Grove - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, tram, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Irvine to Elk Grove by plane, tram, train, bus, train (Amtrak), car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Fly, tram
best
1. Fly from John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)plane SNA - SMF
2. Take the tram from 7th & Capitol Station to CRC Stationtram
2h 57m
$314–840
Drive 413.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Irvine to Elk Grovecar 413.4 mi
6h 55m
$76–109
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Tustin to L.A. Union Stationtrain
2. Take the bus from Chinatown Metro Station - Los Angeles, CA to Petro - Santa Nellabus
3. Take the bus from Petro - Santa Nella to Sacramento, CAbus
9h 59m
$125–150
Train
1. Take the train from Tustin to L.A. Union Stationtrain OC Line
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Sacramentotrain Coast Starlight
17h 8m
$191–390
Bus
1. Take the bus from Anaheim to SACA - Sacramento Central Autobuses Incbus 1
11h 51m
$112–157
Bus via Richards Blvd & Sequoia Pacific Blvd (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Santa Ana Bus Stop to Sacramento Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0831
14h 22m
$97–163

John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF) flights

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Distance: 432.2 mi
Duration: 2h 57m

What companies run services between Irvine, CA, USA and Elk Grove, CA, USA?

You can take a train from Tustin to Elk Grove via L.A. Union Station, Los Angeles, Sacramento, 8th & O Station, and CRC Station in around 17h 8m. Alternatively, Limousine Express operates a bus from Anaheim to SACA - Sacramento Central Autobuses Inc once daily. Tickets cost $60–86 and the journey takes 9h 45m.

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