What is the cheapest way to get from Pismo Beach to Irvine?

The cheapest way to get from Pismo Beach to Irvine is to drive which costs $35 - $60 and takes 3h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Pismo Beach to Irvine?

The fastest way to get from Pismo Beach to Irvine is to drive which takes 3h 56m and costs $35 - $60.

Is there a direct train between Pismo Beach and Irvine?

No, there is no direct train from Pismo Beach to Irvine. However, there are services departing from Grover Beach Amtrak and arriving at Tustin via Santa Ana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 26m.

How far is it from Pismo Beach to Irvine?

The distance between Pismo Beach and Irvine is 244 miles. The road distance is 216.6 miles.

How do I travel from Pismo Beach to Irvine without a car?

The best way to get from Pismo Beach to Irvine without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 6h 54m and costs $220 - $290.

How long does it take to get from Pismo Beach to Irvine?

It takes approximately 6h 54m to get from Pismo Beach to Irvine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pismo Beach to Irvine train from?

Pismo Beach to Irvine train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Grover Beach Amtrak station.

Where does the Pismo Beach to Irvine train arrive?

Pismo Beach to Irvine train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Santa Ana station.

Can I drive from Pismo Beach to Irvine?

Yes, the driving distance between Pismo Beach to Irvine is 217 miles. It takes approximately 3h 56m to drive from Pismo Beach to Irvine.

Where can I stay near Irvine?

There are 1453+ hotels available in Irvine.

Pismo Beach to Irvine - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Pismo Beach to Irvine by bus, taxi, train (Amtrak), car, plane, or train

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Bus, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from Santa Maria Airport, CA to Los Angeles Airport, CAbus
2. Take the taxi from Los Angeles Airport, CA to Irvinetaxi
6h 54m
$228–285
Drive 215.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pismo Beach to Irvinecar 215.3 mi
3h 56m
$40–57
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Grover Beach Amtrak to Santa Anatrain Pacific Surfliner
7h 26m
$76–161
Fly to Los Angeles International Airport, train
1. Fly from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane SBP - LAX
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Tustintrain
4h 24m
$276–552
Fly to San Diego International Airport, train
1. Fly from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane SBP - SAN
2. Take the train from San Diego to Irvinetrain
5h 38m
$230–451

San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) flights

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1h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 242.5 mi
Duration: 6h 54m

What companies run services between Pismo Beach, CA, USA and Irvine, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Grover Beach Amtrak to Santa Ana 3 times a day. Tickets cost $60–140 and the journey takes 6h 29m.

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