What is the cheapest way to get from Rancho Mirage to Irvine?

The cheapest way to get from Rancho Mirage to Irvine is to bus via San Bernardino which costs $6 - $11 and takes 7h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rancho Mirage to Irvine?

The fastest way to get from Rancho Mirage to Irvine is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs $18 - $28.

Is there a direct bus between Rancho Mirage and Irvine?

No, there is no direct bus from Rancho Mirage to Irvine station. However, there are services departing from Hwy 111 & Rancho Las Palmas and arriving at Fullerton Amtrak Station via Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

How far is it from Rancho Mirage to Irvine?

The distance between Rancho Mirage and Irvine is 139 miles. The road distance is 104.2 miles.

How do I travel from Rancho Mirage to Irvine without a car?

The best way to get from Rancho Mirage to Irvine without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 58m and costs $70 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Rancho Mirage to Irvine?

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Rancho Mirage to Irvine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rancho Mirage to Irvine bus from?

Rancho Mirage to Irvine bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Where does the Rancho Mirage to Irvine bus arrive?

Rancho Mirage to Irvine bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Fullerton Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Rancho Mirage to Irvine?

Yes, the driving distance between Rancho Mirage to Irvine is 104 miles. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Rancho Mirage to Irvine.

Where can I stay near Irvine?

There are 1488+ hotels available in Irvine.

Rancho Mirage to Irvine - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Indio, CA to San Bernardino, CAbus El Paso / ...
2. Take the train from San Bernardino - Downtown to Tustintrain IE-OC Line
3h 58m
$73–103
Bus via San Bernardino
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Varner at Harry Oliver to San Bernardino Transit Centerbus 10
2. Take the bus from San Bernardino to Harbor + Katellabus 200
7h 20m
$6–11
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop to Fullerton Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 20m
$42–61
Drive 103.6 mi
1. Drive from Rancho Mirage to Irvinecar 103.6 mi
1h 56m
$19–28

Rancho Mirage to Irvine by bus and train (Amtrak)

7Weekly Services

5h 20mAverage Duration

$42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 138.1 mi
Duration: 3h 58m

What companies run services between Rancho Mirage, CA, USA and Irvine, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a bus from Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop to Fullerton Amtrak Station once daily. Tickets cost $35–50 and the journey takes 2h 50m.

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