What is the cheapest way to get from San Clemente to Irvine?

The cheapest way to get from San Clemente to Irvine is to line 1 bus and line 79 bus which costs $4 and takes 2h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Clemente to Irvine?

The fastest way to get from San Clemente to Irvine is to drive which takes 28 min and costs $5 - $8.

Is there a direct bus between San Clemente and Irvine?

No, there is no direct bus from San Clemente to Irvine. However, there are services departing from El Camino Real-Avd Cabrillo and arriving at Culver-Michelson via Newport Trans Ctr Dock 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

Is there a direct train between San Clemente and Irvine?

No, there is no direct train from San Clemente to Irvine. However, there are services departing from San Clemente Pier Amtrak and arriving at Tustin via Irvine. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 26m.

How far is it from San Clemente to Irvine?

The distance between San Clemente and Irvine is 26 miles. The road distance is 27.5 miles.

How do I travel from San Clemente to Irvine without a car?

The best way to get from San Clemente to Irvine without a car is to train which takes 1h 26m and costs $13 - $19.

How long does it take to get from San Clemente to Irvine?

It takes approximately 1h 26m to get from San Clemente to Irvine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Clemente to Irvine bus from?

San Clemente to Irvine bus services, operated by OCTA, depart from El Camino Real-Avd Cabrillo station.

Where do I catch the San Clemente to Irvine train from?

San Clemente to Irvine train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Clemente Pier Amtrak station.

Train or bus from San Clemente to Irvine?

The best way to get from San Clemente to Irvine is to train which takes 1h 26m and costs $13 - $19. Alternatively, you can line 1 bus and line 79 bus, which costs $4 and takes 2h 30m.

Where does the San Clemente to Irvine bus arrive?

San Clemente to Irvine bus services, operated by OCTA, arrive at Newport Trans Ctr Dock 5 station.

Where does the San Clemente to Irvine train arrive?

San Clemente to Irvine train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Irvine station.

Can I drive from San Clemente to Irvine?

Yes, the driving distance between San Clemente to Irvine is 28 miles. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from San Clemente to Irvine.

How do I get a train ticket from San Clemente to Irvine?

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There are 4 ways to get from San Clemente to Irvine by train (Amtrak), bus, car, or taxi

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best
1. Take the train from San Clemente Pier Amtrak to Irvinetrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the train from Irvine to Tustintrain OC Line / ...
1h 26m
$13–19
Line 1 bus, line 79 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from El Camino Real-Avd Cabrillo to Newport Trans Ctr Dock 5bus 1
2. Take the bus from Newport Trans Ctr Dock 2 to Culver-Michelsonbus 79
2h 30m
$4
Drive 27.4 mi
1. Drive from San Clemente to Irvinecar 27.4 mi
28 min
$5–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from San Clemente to Irvinetaxi 27.4 mi
28 min
$85–110

San Clemente to Irvine by train

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Distance: 25.4 mi
Duration: 1h 26m

What companies run services between San Clemente, CA, USA and Irvine, CA, USA?

You can take a train from San Clemente Pier Amtrak to Tustin via Irvine in around 1h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from El Camino Real-Avd Cabrillo to Culver-Michelson via Newport Trans Ctr Dock 5 and Newport Trans Ctr Dock 2 in around 2h 30m.

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