What is the cheapest way to get from Irvine to Rancho Santa Fe?

The cheapest way to get from Irvine to Rancho Santa Fe is to drive which costs $11 - $17 and takes 1h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Irvine to Rancho Santa Fe?

The fastest way to get from Irvine to Rancho Santa Fe is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs $11 - $17.

Is there a direct bus between Irvine and Rancho Santa Fe?

No, there is no direct bus from Irvine to Rancho Santa Fe. However, there are services departing from University-Ent 3773 Mariposa Villa and arriving at Paseo Delicias & Via De La Valle via Santa Ana, Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 and Plaza St & Highway 101. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 22m.

How far is it from Irvine to Rancho Santa Fe?

The distance between Irvine and Rancho Santa Fe is 71 miles. The road distance is 64.3 miles.

How do I travel from Irvine to Rancho Santa Fe without a car?

The best way to get from Irvine to Rancho Santa Fe without a car is to train and line 308 bus which takes 3h 22m and costs $26 - $55.

How long does it take to get from Irvine to Rancho Santa Fe?

It takes approximately 3h 22m to get from Irvine to Rancho Santa Fe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Irvine to Rancho Santa Fe bus from?

Irvine to Rancho Santa Fe bus services, operated by OCTA, depart from University-Ent 3773 Mariposa Villa station.

Where does the Irvine to Rancho Santa Fe bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Irvine to Rancho Santa Fe?

Yes, the driving distance between Irvine to Rancho Santa Fe is 64 miles. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Irvine to Rancho Santa Fe.

Where can I stay near Rancho Santa Fe?

There are 548+ hotels available in Rancho Santa Fe.

Irvine to Rancho Santa Fe - 3 ways to travel via train, and line 308 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Irvine to Rancho Santa Fe by train, bus, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Train, line 308 bus
best
1. Take the train from Irvine to Solana Beach Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Plaza St & Highway 101 to Paseo Delicias & Via De La Vallebus 308
3h 22m
$26–53
Drive 63.9 mi
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1. Drive from Irvine to Rancho Santa Fecar 63.9 mi
1h 10m
$12–17
Line 59 bus, bus, line 101 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 Oceansidebus
3. Take the bus from Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 to Hwy 101 & Plaza Stbus 101
5h 22m
$14–28

Irvine to Rancho Santa Fe by train and bus

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3h 22mAverage Duration

$26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 70.4 mi
Duration: 3h 22m

What companies run services between Irvine, CA, USA and Rancho Santa Fe, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from University-Ent 3773 Mariposa Villa to Paseo Delicias & Via De La Valle via The Depot At Santa Ana Dock 3, Santa Ana, Oceanside, Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8, Hwy 101 & Plaza St, and Plaza St & Highway 101 in around 5h 22m.

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