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

The cheapest way to get from Malibu to Irvine is to drive which costs $11 - $17 and takes 1h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Malibu to Irvine is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs $11 - $17.

Is there a direct bus between Malibu and Irvine?

No, there is no direct bus from Malibu to Irvine. However, there are services departing from Civic Center / Webb and arriving at Main-Harvard via 5th / Santa Monica, Los Angeles and Artic - Dock 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

How far is it from Malibu to Irvine?

The distance between Malibu and Irvine is 72 miles. The road distance is 62.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Malibu to Irvine without a car is to line 134 bus and tram and train which takes 3h 47m and costs $13 - $18.

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

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Malibu to Irvine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Malibu to Irvine bus from?

Malibu to Irvine bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from 5th / Santa Monica station.

Where does the Malibu to Irvine bus arrive?

Malibu to Irvine bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Cesar E Chavez / Alameda station.

Can I drive from Malibu to Irvine?

Yes, the driving distance between Malibu to Irvine is 63 miles. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Malibu to Irvine.

Where can I stay near Irvine?

There are 1375+ hotels available in Irvine.

Malibu to Irvine - 4 ways to travel via train, line 134 bus, and tram

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There are 4 ways to get from Malibu to Irvine by bus, tram, train, car, or bus (Amtrak)

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Line 134 bus, tram, train
best
1. Take the bus from Civic Center / Webb to 5th / Coloradobus 134
2. Take the tram from Downtown Santa Monica Station to 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Linestram
3. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Tustintrain
3h 47m
$14–18
Drive 62.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Malibu to Irvinecar 62.3 mi
1h 16m
$12–17
Line 33 bus, train, line 53 bus
1. Take the bus from 5th / Santa Monica to Cesar E Chavez / Alamedabus 33
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Anaheimtrain
3. Take the bus from Artic - Dock 4 to Main-Paseo Westparkbus 53
5h 13m
$14–26
Line 33 bus, bus, line 53 bus
1. Take the bus from 5th / Santa Monica to Cesar E Chavez / Alamedabus 33
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles to Anaheimbus
3. Take the bus from Artic - Dock 4 to Main-Harvardbus 53
5h 27m
$16–22

Malibu to Irvine by bus, tram, subway, and train

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3h 47mAverage Duration

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Distance: 71.5 mi
Duration: 3h 47m

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

You can take a bus from Civic Center / Webb to Main-Harvard via Santa Monica / 4th, 5th / Santa Monica, Cesar E Chavez / Alameda, Los Angeles, Anaheim, and Artic - Dock 4 in around 5h 27m.

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