What is the cheapest way to get from Irvine to La Jolla?

The cheapest way to get from Irvine to La Jolla is to drive which costs $13 - $20 and takes 1h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Irvine to La Jolla?

The fastest way to get from Irvine to La Jolla is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs $13 - $20.

Is there a direct bus between Irvine and La Jolla?

No, there is no direct bus from Irvine to La Jolla. However, there are services departing from University-Ent 3773 Mariposa Villa and arriving at Silverado St & Herschel Av via Santa Ana Bus Stop and Old Town Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

How far is it from Irvine to La Jolla?

The distance between Irvine and La Jolla is 96 miles. The road distance is 75.1 miles.

How do I travel from Irvine to La Jolla without a car?

The best way to get from Irvine to La Jolla without a car is to train and line 30 bus which takes 3h 36m and costs $30 - $70.

How long does it take to get from Irvine to La Jolla?

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Irvine to La Jolla, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Irvine to La Jolla bus from?

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

Where does the Irvine to La Jolla bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Irvine to La Jolla?

Yes, the driving distance between Irvine to La Jolla is 75 miles. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Irvine to La Jolla.

How do I get a bus ticket from Irvine to La Jolla?

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Where can I stay near La Jolla?

There are 2004+ hotels available in La Jolla.

Irvine to La Jolla - 4 ways to travel via train, line 30 bus, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Irvine to La Jolla by train, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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Train, line 30 bus
best
1. Take the train from Irvine to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Old Town Transit Center to Silverado St & Herschel Avbus 30
3h 36m
$33–68
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Tustin to Oceansidetrain OC Line / ...
2. Take the bus from Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 to UTC Transit Centerbus 101
4h 1m
$13–22
Drive 74.6 mi
1. Drive from Irvine to La Jollacar 74.6 mi
1h 20m
$14–20
Line 59 bus, bus, line 30 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
3. Take the bus from Old Town Transit Center to Silverado St & Herschel Avbus 30
4h 22m
$17–34

Irvine to La Jolla by train and bus

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3h 36mAverage Duration

$33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 95.6 mi
Duration: 3h 36m

What companies run services between Irvine, CA, USA and La Jolla, San Diego County, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from University-Ent 3773 Mariposa Villa to Silverado St & Herschel Av via Santa Ana Bus Stop, San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop, and Old Town Transit Center in around 4h 22m.

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