What is the cheapest way to get from Irvine to Imperial Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Irvine to Imperial Beach is to drive which costs $17 - $25 and takes 1h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Irvine to Imperial Beach?

The fastest way to get from Irvine to Imperial Beach is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs $17 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between Irvine and Imperial Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Irvine to Imperial Beach. However, there are services departing from University-Ent 3773 Mariposa Villa and arriving at 9th St & Palm Av via Santa Ana and 12th & Imperial Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Irvine and Imperial Beach?

No, there is no direct train from Irvine to Imperial Beach station. However, there are services departing from Tustin and arriving at Palm Avenue Station via Irvine and Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.

How far is it from Irvine to Imperial Beach?

The distance between Irvine and Imperial Beach is 102 miles. The road distance is 95 miles.

How do I travel from Irvine to Imperial Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Irvine to Imperial Beach without a car is to train and tram which takes 4h 1m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Irvine to Imperial Beach?

It takes approximately 4h 1m to get from Irvine to Imperial Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Irvine to Imperial Beach bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Irvine to Imperial Beach train from?

Irvine to Imperial Beach train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Irvine station.

Where does the Irvine to Imperial Beach bus arrive?

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

Where does the Irvine to Imperial Beach train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Irvine to Imperial Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Irvine to Imperial Beach is 95 miles. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Irvine to Imperial Beach.

Where can I stay near Imperial Beach?

There are 1543+ hotels available in Imperial Beach.

Irvine to Imperial Beach - 4 ways to travel via train, tram, and line 59 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Irvine to Imperial Beach by train, tram, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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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 Palm Avenue Stationtram Blue
4h 1m
Drive 94.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Irvine to Imperial Beachcar 94.5 mi
1h 39m
$18–25
Line 59 bus, bus, line 901 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
3. Take the bus from 12th & Imperial Transit Center to 9th St & Palm Avbus 901
4h 26m
$22–35
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 Bus Stop to San Diego Greyhound Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0831
4h 51m
$19–47

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Distance: 101.4 mi
Duration: 4h 1m

What companies run services between Irvine, CA, USA and Imperial Beach, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from University-Ent 3773 Mariposa Villa to 9th St & Palm Av via The Depot At Santa Ana Dock 3, Santa Ana, San Diego, and 12th & Imperial Transit Center in around 4h 26m.

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