What is the cheapest way to get from South Pasadena to Irvine?

The cheapest way to get from South Pasadena to Irvine is to drive which costs $7 - $11 and takes 48 min.

What is the fastest way to get from South Pasadena to Irvine?

The fastest way to get from South Pasadena to Irvine is to drive which takes 48 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct bus between South Pasadena and Irvine?

No, there is no direct bus from South Pasadena to Irvine. However, there are services departing from Fair Oaks / Mission and arriving at Main-Harvard via Cal State LA Busway Station, Los Angeles Union Station and Artic - Dock 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

Is there a direct train between South Pasadena and Irvine?

No, there is no direct train from South Pasadena station to Irvine. However, there are services departing from South Pasadena Station and arriving at Tustin via L.A. Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.

How far is it from South Pasadena to Irvine?

The distance between South Pasadena and Irvine is 46 miles. The road distance is 41.9 miles.

How do I travel from South Pasadena to Irvine without a car?

The best way to get from South Pasadena to Irvine without a car is to tram and train which takes 2h 20m and costs $9 - $14.

How long does it take to get from South Pasadena to Irvine?

It takes approximately 2h 20m to get from South Pasadena to Irvine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Pasadena to Irvine bus from?

South Pasadena to Irvine bus services, operated by Greyhound Mexico, depart from Los Angeles Union Station.

Where do I catch the South Pasadena to Irvine train from?

South Pasadena to Irvine train services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from South Pasadena Station.

Where does the South Pasadena to Irvine bus arrive?

South Pasadena to Irvine bus services, operated by Greyhound Mexico, arrive at Anaheim station.

Where does the South Pasadena to Irvine train arrive?

South Pasadena to Irvine train services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Union Station - Metro A-Line.

Can I drive from South Pasadena to Irvine?

Yes, the driving distance between South Pasadena to Irvine is 42 miles. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from South Pasadena to Irvine.

Where can I stay near Irvine?

There are 1576+ hotels available in Irvine.

South Pasadena to Irvine - 5 ways to travel via train, tram, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from South Pasadena to Irvine by tram, train, bus (Greyhound), car, taxi, or bus

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Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from South Pasadena Station to Union Station - Metro A-Linetram Metro A Line
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Tustintrain OC Line
2h 20m
$10–14
Drive 41.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from South Pasadena to Irvinecar 41.6 mi
48 min
$8–11
Bus, line 53 bus
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Anaheimbus Los Angeles
2. Take the bus from Artic - Dock 4 to Main-Harvardbus 53
3h 29m
$14–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Pasadena to Irvinetaxi 41.6 mi
48 min
$140–170
Train, line 53 bus
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to Anaheimtrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Artic - Dock 4 to Main-Paseo Westparkbus 53
3h 7m
$13–24

South Pasadena to Irvine by tram and train

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Distance: 45.9 mi
Duration: 2h 20m

What companies run services between South Pasadena, CA, USA and Irvine, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Fair Oaks / Mission to Main-Harvard via Cal State La Transit Center, Cal State LA Busway Station, Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza, Los Angeles Union Station, Anaheim, and Artic - Dock 4 in around 3h 29m.

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