What is the cheapest way to get from L.A. Union Station to Irvine?

The cheapest way to get from L.A. Union Station to Irvine is to drive which costs $7 - $11 and takes 44 min.

What is the fastest way to get from L.A. Union Station to Irvine?

The fastest way to get from L.A. Union Station to Irvine is to drive which takes 44 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct bus between L.A. Union Station and Irvine?

No, there is no direct bus from L.A. Union Station to Irvine. However, there are services departing from Los Angeles and arriving at Main-Harvard via Artic - Dock 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.

Is there a direct train between L.A. Union Station and Irvine?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from L.A. Union Station station and arriving at Tustin. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 1m.

How far is it from L.A. Union Station to Irvine?

The distance between L.A. Union Station and Irvine is 39 miles. The road distance is 39.5 miles.

How do I travel from L.A. Union Station to Irvine without a car?

The best way to get from L.A. Union Station to Irvine without a car is to train which takes 1h 1m and costs $8 - $12.

How long does it take to get from L.A. Union Station to Irvine?

The train from L.A. Union Station to Tustin takes 1h 1m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the L.A. Union Station to Irvine bus from?

L.A. Union Station to Irvine bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Los Angeles station.

Where do I catch the L.A. Union Station to Irvine train from?

L.A. Union Station to Irvine train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, depart from L.A. Union Station.

Train or bus from L.A. Union Station to Irvine?

The best way to get from L.A. Union Station to Irvine is to train which takes 1h 1m and costs $8 - $12. Alternatively, you can bus and line 53 bus, which costs $12 - $18 and takes 2h 6m.

Where does the L.A. Union Station to Irvine bus arrive?

L.A. Union Station to Irvine bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Anaheim station.

Where does the L.A. Union Station to Irvine train arrive?

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

Can I drive from L.A. Union Station to Irvine?

Yes, the driving distance between L.A. Union Station to Irvine is 39 miles. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from L.A. Union Station to Irvine.

Where can I stay near Irvine?

There are 1586+ hotels available in Irvine.

L.A. Union Station to Irvine - 5 ways to travel via train, line 53 bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from L.A. Union Station to Irvine by train, bus, car, taxi, or bus (Amtrak)

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1. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Tustintrain OC Line
1h 1m
$8–12
Train, line 53 bus
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to Anaheimtrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Artic - Dock 4 to Main-Paseo Westparkbus 53
1h 57m
$12–22
Drive 39.2 mi
1. Drive from L.A. Union Station to Irvinecar 39.2 mi
44 min
$8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from L.A. Union Station to Irvinetaxi 39.2 mi
44 min
$130–160
Bus, line 53 bus
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles to Anaheimbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Artic - Dock 4 to Main-Harvardbus 53
2h 6m
$13–17

L.A. Union Station to Irvine by train

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Distance: 38.8 mi
Duration: 1h 1m

What companies run services between L.A. Union Station, CA, USA and Irvine, CA, USA?

Metrolink Trains operates a train from L.A. Union Station to Tustin every 3 hours. Tickets cost $8–12 and the journey takes 1h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from L.A. Union Station to Main-Harvard via Los Angeles, Anaheim, and Artic - Dock 4 in around 2h 6m.

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