What is the cheapest way to get from Irvine to San Diego Zoo?

The cheapest way to get from Irvine to San Diego Zoo is to drive which costs $14 - $22 and takes 1h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Irvine to San Diego Zoo?

The fastest way to get from Irvine to San Diego Zoo is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs $14 - $22.

Is there a direct bus between Irvine and San Diego Zoo?

No, there is no direct bus from Irvine to San Diego Zoo. However, there are services departing from University-Ent 3773 Mariposa Villa and arriving at University Av & Vermont St via Santa Ana Bus Stop and Old Town Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Irvine and San Diego Zoo?

No, there is no direct train from Irvine to San Diego Zoo. However, there are services departing from Tustin and arriving at San Diego via Irvine. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

How far is it from Irvine to San Diego Zoo?

The distance between Irvine and San Diego Zoo is 92 miles. The road distance is 82.3 miles.

How do I travel from Irvine to San Diego Zoo without a car?

The best way to get from Irvine to San Diego Zoo without a car is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs $30 - $70.

How long does it take to get from Irvine to San Diego Zoo?

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from Irvine to San Diego Zoo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Irvine to San Diego Zoo bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Irvine to San Diego Zoo train from?

Irvine to San Diego Zoo train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Irvine station.

Train or bus from Irvine to San Diego Zoo?

The best way to get from Irvine to San Diego Zoo is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs $30 - $70. Alternatively, you can line 59 bus and bus, which costs $16 - $35 and takes 4h 32m.

Where does the Irvine to San Diego Zoo bus arrive?

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

Where does the Irvine to San Diego Zoo train arrive?

Irvine to San Diego Zoo train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Diego station.

Can I drive from Irvine to San Diego Zoo?

Yes, the driving distance between Irvine to San Diego Zoo is 82 miles. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Irvine to San Diego Zoo.

Where can I stay near San Diego Zoo?

There are 1927+ hotels available in San Diego Zoo.

Irvine to San Diego Zoo - 3 ways to travel via train, line 59 bus, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Irvine to San Diego Zoo by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Irvine to San Diegotrain Pacific Surfliner
3h 31m
$34–68
Drive 81.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Irvine to San Diego Zoocar 81.8 mi
1h 26m
$15–22
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 Bus Stop to San Diego Greyhound Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0831
4h 32m
$16–32

Irvine to San Diego Zoo by train, bus, and foot (Amtrak)

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3h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 91.1 mi
Duration: 3h 31m

What companies run services between Irvine, CA, USA and San Diego Zoo, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Irvine to San Diego hourly. Tickets cost $26–55 and the journey takes 1h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from University-Ent 3773 Mariposa Villa to San Diego Zoo via Santa Ana Bus Stop, San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop, Old Town Transit Center, and University Av & Vermont St in around 4h 32m.

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