What is the cheapest way to get from Irvine to Indian Wells?

The cheapest way to get from Irvine to Indian Wells is to drive which costs $19 - $29 and takes 1h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Irvine to Indian Wells?

The fastest way to get from Irvine to Indian Wells is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs $19 - $29.

Is there a direct bus between Irvine and Indian Wells?

No, there is no direct bus from Irvine station to Indian Wells. However, there are services departing from Fullerton Amtrak Station and arriving at Hwy 111 at El Dorado via Town Center & Hahn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

How far is it from Irvine to Indian Wells?

The distance between Irvine and Indian Wells is 125 miles. The road distance is 109.9 miles.

How do I travel from Irvine to Indian Wells without a car?

The best way to get from Irvine to Indian Wells without a car is to bus which takes 4h 40m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Irvine to Indian Wells?

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from Irvine to Indian Wells, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Irvine to Indian Wells bus from?

Irvine to Indian Wells bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Fullerton Amtrak Station.

Where does the Irvine to Indian Wells bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Irvine to Indian Wells?

Yes, the driving distance between Irvine to Indian Wells is 110 miles. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Irvine to Indian Wells.

Where can I stay near Indian Wells?

There are 2332+ hotels available in Indian Wells.

Irvine to Indian Wells - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Irvine to Indian Wells 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 40m
Drive 109.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Irvine to Indian Wellscar 109.3 mi
1h 57m
$20–29
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Tustin to San Bernardino Depottrain IE-OC Line
2. Take the bus from Fontana Metrolink Transit Center to Indio Bus Stationbus Huntington Park
6h 7m
$57–75

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Distance: 124.2 mi
Duration: 4h 40m

What companies run services between Irvine, CA, USA and Indian Wells, Riverside County, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop once daily, and the journey takes 2h 40m.

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