What is the cheapest way to get from Irvine to South El Monte?

The cheapest way to get from Irvine to South El Monte is to drive which costs $7 - $11 and takes 45 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Irvine to South El Monte?

The fastest way to get from Irvine to South El Monte is to drive which takes 45 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct bus between Irvine and South El Monte?

No, there is no direct bus from Irvine to South El Monte. However, there are services departing from University-Ent 3773 Mariposa Villa and arriving at Santa Anita Ave and Garvey Ave W via Brea Mall and Pomona Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.

How far is it from Irvine to South El Monte?

The distance between Irvine and South El Monte is 57 miles. The road distance is 39.9 miles.

How do I travel from Irvine to South El Monte without a car?

The best way to get from Irvine to South El Monte without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 4m and costs $12 - $22.

How long does it take to get from Irvine to South El Monte?

It takes approximately 2h 4m to get from Irvine to South El Monte, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Irvine to South El Monte bus from?

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

Where does the Irvine to South El Monte bus arrive?

Irvine to South El Monte bus services, operated by OCTA, arrive at Ring-Brea Mall station.

Can I drive from Irvine to South El Monte?

Yes, the driving distance between Irvine to South El Monte is 40 miles. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Irvine to South El Monte.

Where can I stay near South El Monte?

There are 1312+ hotels available in South El Monte.

Irvine to South El Monte - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 53 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Irvine to South El Monte by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Tustin to L.A. Union Stationtrain OC Line
2. Take the bus from Olive / 5th to El Monte Station - Upper Levelbus Metro J Line / ...
2h 4m
$13–22
Line 59 bus, line 486 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from University-Ent 3773 Mariposa Villa to Ring-Brea Mallbus 59
2. Take the bus from Pomona Transit Center to Santa Anita Ave and Garvey Ave Wbus 486
4h 51m
$4–14
Line 53 bus, train, line 70 bus
1. Take the bus from Main-Culver to Artic - Dock 4bus 53
2. Take the train from Anaheim to Los Angelestrain
3. Take the bus from Cesar E Chavez / Alameda to Garvey / Centralbus 70
3h 50m
$19–30
Drive 39.6 mi
1. Drive from Irvine to South El Montecar 39.6 mi
45 min
$8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Irvine to South El Montetaxi 39.6 mi
45 min
$130–160

Irvine to South El Monte by train, subway, and bus

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2h 4mAverage Duration

$13Cheapest Price

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Distance: 57.1 mi
Duration: 2h 4m

What companies run services between Irvine, CA, USA and South El Monte, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from University-Ent 3773 Mariposa Villa to Santa Anita Ave and Garvey Ave W via Ring-Brea Mall, Brea Mall, and Pomona Transit Center in around 4h 51m.

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