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

The cheapest way to get from Irvine to Thermal is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Irvine to Thermal is to drive which takes 2h 10m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Irvine and Thermal?

No, there is no direct bus from Irvine station to Thermal. However, there are services departing from Fullerton Amtrak Station and arriving at Airport at Desert Cactus Dr. via Town Center & Hahn and Coachella Transit Hub. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 13m.

How far is it from Irvine to Thermal?

The distance between Irvine and Thermal is 136 miles. The road distance is 120.8 miles.

How do I travel from Irvine to Thermal without a car?

The best way to get from Irvine to Thermal without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 12m and costs $60 - $95.

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

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Irvine to Thermal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Irvine to Thermal bus from?

Irvine to Thermal bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Fullerton Amtrak Station.

Where does the Irvine to Thermal bus arrive?

Irvine to Thermal bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Can I drive from Irvine to Thermal?

Yes, the driving distance between Irvine to Thermal is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Irvine to Thermal.

Where can I stay near Thermal?

There are 1083+ hotels available in Thermal.

Irvine to Thermal - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 11 bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Irvine to Thermal by train, bus, bus (Amtrak), or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Tustin to San Bernardino - Downtowntrain IE-OC Line
2. Take the bus from San Bernardino, CA to Indio, CAbus Cbx
4h 12m
$62–93
Drive 120.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Irvine to Thermalcar 120.1 mi
2h 10m
$22–32
Bus, line 11 bus
1. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Town Center & Hahn to Coachella Transit Hubbus 11 / ...
6h 13m
$44–66

Irvine to Thermal by train and bus

7Weekly Services

6h 13mAverage Duration

$44Cheapest Price

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Distance: 135.2 mi
Duration: 4h 12m

What companies run services between Irvine, CA, USA and Thermal, CA, USA?

You can take a train from Tustin to Airport at Desert Cactus Dr. via Fullerton, Fullerton Amtrak Station, Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop, Town Center & Hahn, and Coachella Transit Hub in around 6h 13m.

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