What is the cheapest way to get from San Diego State University to Irvine?

The cheapest way to get from San Diego State University to Irvine is to bus and line 53 bus which costs $15 - $28 and takes 4h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Diego State University to Irvine?

The fastest way to get from San Diego State University to Irvine is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs $15 - $23.

Is there a direct bus between San Diego State University and Irvine?

No, there is no direct bus from San Diego State University to Irvine. However, there are services departing from San Diego and arriving at Main-Paseo Westpark via Artic - Dock 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

Is there a direct train between San Diego State University and Irvine?

No, there is no direct train from San Diego State University station to Irvine. However, there are services departing from SDSU Station and arriving at Tustin via San Diego Old Town Transportation Center and Irvine. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

How far is it from San Diego State University to Irvine?

The distance between San Diego State University and Irvine is 94 miles. The road distance is 87.4 miles.

How do I travel from San Diego State University to Irvine without a car?

The best way to get from San Diego State University to Irvine without a car is to train which takes 3h 59m and costs $30 - $65.

How long does it take to get from San Diego State University to Irvine?

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from San Diego State University to Irvine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Diego State University to Irvine bus from?

San Diego State University to Irvine bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from San Diego station.

Where do I catch the San Diego State University to Irvine train from?

San Diego State University to Irvine train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center station.

Train or bus from San Diego State University to Irvine?

The best way to get from San Diego State University to Irvine is to train which takes 3h 59m and costs $30 - $65. Alternatively, you can bus and line 53 bus, which costs $15 - $28 and takes 4h 28m.

Where does the San Diego State University to Irvine bus arrive?

San Diego State University to Irvine bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center station.

Where does the San Diego State University to Irvine train arrive?

San Diego State University to Irvine train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Irvine station.

Can I drive from San Diego State University to Irvine?

Yes, the driving distance between San Diego State University to Irvine is 87 miles. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from San Diego State University to Irvine.

Where can I stay near Irvine?

There are 1584+ hotels available in Irvine.

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There are 4 ways to get from San Diego State University to Irvine by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), car, or bus (Amtrak)

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to Irvinetrain Pacific Surfliner
3h 59m
$31–61
Bus, line 53 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from San Diego to Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Centerbus FlixBus 2037 / ...
2. Take the bus from Artic - Dock 4 to Main-Paseo Westparkbus 53
4h 28m
$16–28
Drive 86.9 mi
1. Drive from San Diego State University to Irvinecar 86.9 mi
1h 33m
$16–23
Line 215 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from SDSU Transit Center to India St & C Stbus 215
2. Take the bus from San Diego to Irvinebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 1m
$32–47

San Diego State University to Irvine by foot, tram, and train (Amtrak)

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3h 59mAverage Duration

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Distance: 93.8 mi
Duration: 3h 59m

What companies run services between San Diego State University, CA, USA and Irvine, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to Irvine hourly. Tickets cost $25–55 and the journey takes 1h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from San Diego State University to Main-Paseo Westpark via SDSU Station, Old Town Station, San Diego, Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center, and Artic - Dock 4 in around 4h 28m.

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