What is the cheapest way to get from Irvine to National City?

The cheapest way to get from Irvine to National City is to drive which costs $15 - $23 and takes 1h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Irvine to National City?

The fastest way to get from Irvine to National City is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs $15 - $23.

Is there a direct bus between Irvine and National City?

No, there is no direct bus from Irvine to National City. However, there are services departing from University-Ent 3773 Mariposa Villa and arriving at 8th St & F Av via Santa Ana and 12th & Imperial Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

Is there a direct train between Irvine and National City?

No, there is no direct train from Irvine to National City station. However, there are services departing from Tustin and arriving at 8th Street Station via Irvine and Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

How far is it from Irvine to National City?

The distance between Irvine and National City is 94 miles. The road distance is 87.3 miles.

How do I travel from Irvine to National City without a car?

The best way to get from Irvine to National City without a car is to train and tram which takes 3h 25m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Irvine to National City?

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from Irvine to National City, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Irvine to National City bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Irvine to National City train from?

Irvine to National City train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Irvine station.

Where does the Irvine to National City bus arrive?

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

Where does the Irvine to National City train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Irvine to National City?

Yes, the driving distance between Irvine to National City is 87 miles. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Irvine to National City.

Where can I stay near National City?

There are 2242+ hotels available in National City.

Irvine to National City - 4 ways to travel via train, tram, line 59 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Irvine to National City 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 8th Street Stationtram Blue
3h 25m
Drive 86.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Irvine to National Citycar 86.8 mi
1h 31m
$16–23
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
$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 Diegobus
3. Take the tram from UCSD Health La Jolla Station to 8th Street Stationtram
4h 3m

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Distance: 93 mi
Duration: 3h 25m

What companies run services between Irvine, CA, USA and National City, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from University-Ent 3773 Mariposa Villa to 8th St & F Av via The Depot At Santa Ana Dock 3, Santa Ana, San Diego, and 12th & Imperial Transit Center in around 4h.

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