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

The cheapest way to get from San Marcos to Irvine is to drive which costs $11 - $17 and takes 1h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from San Marcos to Irvine is to drive which takes 1h 6m and costs $11 - $17.

Is there a direct bus between San Marcos and Irvine?

No, there is no direct bus from San Marcos to Irvine. However, there are services departing from Mission Rd & Pico Av and arriving at Alton-Meadowbrook via Vista Transit Center Stall 5, Oceanside and Irvine Station-Dock 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

Is there a direct train between San Marcos and Irvine?

No, there is no direct train from San Marcos station to Irvine. However, there are services departing from San Marcos Civic Center Station and arriving at Tustin via Oceanside. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from San Marcos to Irvine?

The distance between San Marcos and Irvine is 64 miles. The road distance is 63.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from San Marcos to Irvine without a car is to tram and train which takes 2h 44m and costs $11 - $20.

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

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from San Marcos to Irvine, including transfers.

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

San Marcos to Irvine bus services, operated by North County Transit, depart from Vista Transit Center Stall 5 station.

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

San Marcos to Irvine train services, operated by North County Transit, depart from San Marcos Civic Center Station.

Where does the San Marcos to Irvine bus arrive?

San Marcos to Irvine bus services, operated by North County Transit, arrive at Oceanside Transit Center Stall 10 station.

Where does the San Marcos to Irvine train arrive?

San Marcos to Irvine train services, operated by North County Transit, arrive at Oceanside Transit Center station.

Can I drive from San Marcos to Irvine?

Yes, the driving distance between San Marcos to Irvine is 64 miles. It takes approximately 1h 6m to drive from San Marcos to Irvine.

Where can I stay near Irvine?

There are 1513+ hotels available in Irvine.

San Marcos to Irvine - 4 ways to travel via train, tram, line 303 bus, and bus

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

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Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from San Marcos Civic Center Station to Oceanside Transit Centertram Sprinter
2. Take the train from Oceanside to Tustintrain OC Line / ...
2h 44m
$12–20
Line 303 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Vista Transit Center Stall 5 to Oceanside Transit Center Stall 10bus 303 / ...
2. Take the bus from Oceanside to Irvinebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
4h 50m
$18–27
Drive 63.4 mi
1. Drive from San Marcos to Irvinecar 63.4 mi
1h 6m
$12–17
Tram, train via Irvine
1. Take the tram from San Marcos Civic Center Station to Oceanside Transit Centertram Sprinter
2. Take the train from Oceanside to Irvinetrain Pacific Surfliner
3h 13m
$16–28

San Marcos to Irvine by tram and train

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2h 44mAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 63.6 mi
Duration: 2h 44m

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

You can take a bus from Mission Rd & Pico Av to Alton-Meadowbrook via Vista Transit Center Stall 5, Oceanside Transit Center Stall 10, Oceanside, Irvine, and Irvine Station-Dock 5 in around 4h 50m.

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