What is the cheapest way to get from Irvine to Rosarito?

The cheapest way to get from Irvine to Rosarito is to drive which costs $350 - $550 and takes 2h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Irvine to Rosarito?

The fastest way to get from Irvine to Rosarito is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs $350 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Irvine and Rosarito?

No, there is no direct bus from Irvine to Rosarito. However, there are services departing from University-Ent 3773 Mariposa Villa and arriving at Cross Border Express, San Diego via Santa Ana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Irvine and Rosarito?

No, there is no direct train from Irvine to Rosarito station. However, there are services departing from Tustin and arriving at San Ysidro Station via Irvine and Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

How far is it from Irvine to Rosarito?

The distance between Irvine and Rosarito is 220 km. The road distance is 180.5 km.

How long does it take to get from Irvine to Rosarito?

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Irvine to Rosarito, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Irvine to Rosarito bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Irvine to Rosarito train from?

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

Where does the Irvine to Rosarito bus arrive?

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

Where does the Irvine to Rosarito train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Irvine to Rosarito?

Yes, the driving distance between Irvine to Rosarito is 180 km. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Irvine to Rosarito.

Where can I stay near Rosarito?

There are 540+ hotels available in Rosarito.

Irvine to Rosarito - 3 ways to travel via train, line 59 bus, bus, tram

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There are 3 ways to get from Irvine to Rosarito by bus, train, tram, or car

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Line 59 bus, bus
best
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 Cross Border Express, San Diegobus El Paso
4h 7m
$554–779
Drive 180.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Irvine to Rosaritocar 180.5 km
2h 3m
$351–507
Train, tram
1. Take the train from Irvine to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the tram from Old Town Station to San Ysidro Stationtram Blue
4h 12m
$621–1,319

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Distance: 220 km
Duration: 4h 7m

What companies run services between Irvine, CA, USA and Rosarito, Mexico?

You can take a bus from University-Ent 3773 Mariposa Villa to Rosarito via The Depot At Santa Ana Dock 3, Santa Ana, and Cross Border Express, San Diego in around 4h 7m.

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