What is the cheapest way to get from Irvine to UCSD Central Campus Station?

The cheapest way to get from Irvine to UCSD Central Campus Station is to train and bus which costs $11 - $18 and takes 3h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Irvine to UCSD Central Campus Station?

The fastest way to get from Irvine to UCSD Central Campus Station is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs $13 - $19.

Is there a direct bus between Irvine and UCSD Central Campus Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Irvine to UCSD Central Campus Station. However, there are services departing from University-Ent 3773 Mariposa Villa and arriving at San Diego via Santa Ana Bus Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Irvine and UCSD Central Campus Station?

No, there is no direct train from Irvine to UCSD Central Campus Station station. However, there are services departing from Tustin and arriving at UCSD Central Campus Station via Irvine and Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

How far is it from Irvine to UCSD Central Campus Station?

The distance between Irvine and UCSD Central Campus Station is 74 miles. The road distance is 71.5 miles.

How do I travel from Irvine to UCSD Central Campus Station without a car?

The best way to get from Irvine to UCSD Central Campus Station without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 10m and costs $11 - $18.

How long does it take to get from Irvine to UCSD Central Campus Station?

It takes approximately 3h 10m to get from Irvine to UCSD Central Campus Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Irvine to UCSD Central Campus Station bus from?

Irvine to UCSD Central Campus Station bus services, operated by OCTA, depart from University-Ent 3773 Mariposa Villa station.

Where do I catch the Irvine to UCSD Central Campus Station train from?

Irvine to UCSD Central Campus Station train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Irvine station.

Train or bus from Irvine to UCSD Central Campus Station?

The best way to get from Irvine to UCSD Central Campus Station is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs $30 - $80. Alternatively, you can line 59 bus and bus, which costs $14 - $22 and takes 3h 12m.

Where does the Irvine to UCSD Central Campus Station bus arrive?

Irvine to UCSD Central Campus Station bus services, operated by OCTA, arrive at The Depot At Santa Ana Dock 3 station.

Where does the Irvine to UCSD Central Campus Station train arrive?

Irvine to UCSD Central Campus Station train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Diego Old Town Transportation Center station.

Can I drive from Irvine to UCSD Central Campus Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Irvine to UCSD Central Campus Station is 72 miles. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Irvine to UCSD Central Campus Station.

Where can I stay near UCSD Central Campus Station?

There are 1947+ hotels available in UCSD Central Campus Station.

Irvine to UCSD Central Campus Station - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Irvine to UCSD Central Campus Station by train, bus, train (Amtrak), car, or bus (Flixbus)

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1. Take the train from Tustin to Oceansidetrain OC Line / ...
2. Take the bus from Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 to Gilman Dr & Myers Drbus 101
3h 10m
$11–17
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Irvine to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
3h 12m
$33–75
Train, line 101 bus
1. Take the train from Irvine to Solana Beach Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Hwy 101 & Plaza St to Gilman Dr & Myers Drbus 101
3h 41m
$22–47
Drive 71.1 mi
1. Drive from Irvine to UCSD Central Campus Stationcar 71.1 mi
1h 16m
$13–19
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 Diegobus FlixBus 2017 / ...
3h 12m
$14–22

Irvine to UCSD Central Campus Station by train, bus, and foot

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Distance: 73.2 mi
Duration: 3h 10m

What companies run services between Irvine, CA, USA and UCSD Central Campus Station, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Irvine to San Diego Old Town Transportation Center hourly. Tickets cost $25–55 and the journey takes 1h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from University-Ent 3773 Mariposa Villa to UCSD Central Campus Station via Santa Ana Bus Stop and San Diego in around 3h 12m.

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