What is the cheapest way to get from Irvine to Shasta Lake?

The cheapest way to get from Irvine to Shasta Lake is to bus which costs $95 - $200 and takes 18h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Irvine to Shasta Lake?

The fastest way to get from Irvine to Shasta Lake is to fly which takes 7h 21m and costs $330 - $850.

Is there a direct bus between Irvine and Shasta Lake?

No, there is no direct bus from Irvine to Shasta Lake. However, there are services departing from University-Ent 3773 Mariposa Villa and arriving at Shasta Dam Blvd and Grand River Ave via Santa Ana Bus Stop, Sacramento Bus Station and Downtown Passenger Terminal Gate 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Irvine and Shasta Lake?

No, there is no direct train from Irvine to Shasta Lake. However, there are services departing from Tustin and arriving at Redding Amtrak via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 43m.

How far is it from Irvine to Shasta Lake?

The distance between Irvine and Shasta Lake is 559 miles. The road distance is 595.7 miles.

How do I travel from Irvine to Shasta Lake without a car?

The best way to get from Irvine to Shasta Lake without a car is to bus which takes 18h 39m and costs $95 - $200.

How long does it take to get from Irvine to Shasta Lake?

It takes approximately 7h 21m to get from Irvine to Shasta Lake, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Irvine to Shasta Lake bus from?

Irvine to Shasta Lake bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Santa Ana Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the Irvine to Shasta Lake train from?

Irvine to Shasta Lake train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, depart from Tustin station.

Train, bus or fly from Irvine to Shasta Lake?

The best way to get from Irvine to Shasta Lake is to fly which takes 7h 21m and costs $330 - $850. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $95 - $200 and takes 18h 39m, you could also train, which costs $200 - $440 and takes 20h 43m.

Where does the Irvine to Shasta Lake bus arrive?

Irvine to Shasta Lake bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Sacramento Bus Station.

Where does the Irvine to Shasta Lake train arrive?

Irvine to Shasta Lake train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, arrive at L.A. Union Station.

Can I drive from Irvine to Shasta Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Irvine to Shasta Lake is 596 miles. It takes approximately 9h 44m to drive from Irvine to Shasta Lake.

Where can I stay near Shasta Lake?

There are 72+ hotels available in Shasta Lake.

Irvine to Shasta Lake - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Irvine to Shasta Lake by plane, bus (Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, train, or bus

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Fly John Wayne Airport Orange County to Redding Municipal Airport
best
1. Fly from John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA) to Redding Municipal Airport (RDD)plane SNA - RDD
7h 21m
$334–810
Bus (Greyhound)
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1. Take the bus from Santa Ana Bus Stop to Sacramento Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0831
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Redding Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0500
18h 39m
$98–195
Train
1. Take the train from Tustin to L.A. Union Stationtrain OC Line
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Redding Amtraktrain Coast Starlight
20h 43m
$200–435
Drive 592.2 mi
1. Drive from Irvine to Shasta Lakecar 592.2 mi
9h 44m
$109–157
Train to Los Angeles International Airport, fly to Redding Municipal Airport, line 15 bus, line 1 bus
1. Take the train from Tustin to L.A. Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Redding Municipal Airport (RDD)plane LAX - RDD
3. Take the bus from Redding Regional Airport to Downtown Passenger Terminal Gate 5bus
4. Take the bus from Downtown Passenger Terminal Gate 1 to Shasta Dam Blvd and Grand River Avebus
7h 59m
$219–730
Fly John Wayne Airport Orange County to Sacramento International Airport, train
1. Fly from John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)plane SNA - SMF
2. Take the train from Sacramento to Redding Amtraktrain
7h 45m
$323–900

Irvine to Shasta Lake by bus (Greyhound)

7Weekly Buses

18h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 555.4 mi
Duration: 7h 21m

What companies run services between Irvine, CA, USA and Shasta Lake, CA, USA?

United Airlines and Alaska Airlines, Inc. fly from John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA) to Redding Municipal Airport (RDD) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from University-Ent 3773 Mariposa Villa to Shasta Dam Blvd and Grand River Ave via Santa Ana Bus Stop, Sacramento Bus Station, Redding Bus Station, and Downtown Passenger Terminal Gate 1 in around 18h 39m.

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