What is the cheapest way to get from Universal City to Tustin?

The cheapest way to get from Universal City to Tustin is to drive which costs $7 - $12 and takes 48 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Universal City to Tustin?

The fastest way to get from Universal City to Tustin is to drive which takes 48 min and costs $7 - $12.

Is there a direct train between Universal City and Tustin?

No, there is no direct train from Universal City station to Tustin. However, there are services departing from Universal / Studio City Station and arriving at Santa Ana via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.

How far is it from Universal City to Tustin?

The distance between Universal City and Tustin is 48 miles. The road distance is 43.3 miles.

How do I travel from Universal City to Tustin without a car?

The best way to get from Universal City to Tustin without a car is to subway and train via Los Angeles which takes 2h 14m and costs $12 - $25.

How long does it take to get from Universal City to Tustin?

It takes approximately 2h 14m to get from Universal City to Tustin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Universal City to Tustin train from?

Universal City to Tustin train services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Universal / Studio City Station.

Where does the Universal City to Tustin train arrive?

Universal City to Tustin train services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Union Station - Metro B & D Lines.

Can I drive from Universal City to Tustin?

Yes, the driving distance between Universal City to Tustin is 43 miles. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Universal City to Tustin.

Where can I stay near Tustin?

There are 1423+ hotels available in Tustin.

Universal City to Tustin - 5 ways to travel via train, subway, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Universal City to Tustin by subway, train, bus, car, or taxi

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Subway, train via Los Angeles
best
1. Take the subway from Universal / Studio City Station to Union Station - Metro B & D Linessubway Metro B Line
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Santa Anatrain Pacific Surfliner
2h 14m
$13–25
Drive 43 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Universal City to Tustincar 43 mi
48 min
$8–12
Subway, bus
1. Take the subway from Universal / Studio City Station to 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro B & D Linessubway Metro B Line
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles to Santa Anabus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2h 46m
$15–25
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Universal City to Tustintaxi 43 mi
48 min
$170–210
Subway, train
1. Take the subway from Universal / Studio City Station to Union Station - Metro B & D Linessubway Metro B Line
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Santa Anatrain OC Line
2h 24m
$10–14

Universal City to Tustin by subway and train

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Distance: 47.6 mi
Duration: 2h 14m

What companies run services between Universal City, CA, USA and Tustin, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Universal City to Tustin. However, you can take the subway to Union Station - Metro B & D Lines, walk to Los Angeles, then take the train to Santa Ana. Alternatively, you can take a subway from Universal / Studio City Station to Santa Ana via 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro B & D Lines, 7th St & Hope St, Alameda St & Los Angeles St, and Los Angeles in around 2h 46m.

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