What is the cheapest way to get from Universal Studios, Hollywood to Irvine?

The cheapest way to get from Universal Studios, Hollywood to Irvine is to bus and line 53 bus which costs $6 - $8 and takes 4h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Universal Studios, Hollywood to Irvine?

The fastest way to get from Universal Studios, Hollywood to Irvine is to drive which takes 56 min and costs $8 - $13.

Is there a direct bus between Universal Studios, Hollywood and Irvine?

No, there is no direct bus from Universal Studios, Hollywood to Irvine. However, there are services departing from Flower / 7th and arriving at Main-Harvard via Harbor-East Shuttle Area and Artic - Dock 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Universal Studios, Hollywood and Irvine?

No, there is no direct train from Universal Studios, Hollywood station to Irvine. However, there are services departing from Universal / Studio City Station and arriving at Tustin via L.A. Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.

How far is it from Universal Studios, Hollywood to Irvine?

The distance between Universal Studios, Hollywood and Irvine is 53 miles. The road distance is 49.1 miles.

How do I travel from Universal Studios, Hollywood to Irvine without a car?

The best way to get from Universal Studios, Hollywood to Irvine without a car is to subway and train which takes 2h 53m and costs $9 - $14.

How long does it take to get from Universal Studios, Hollywood to Irvine?

It takes approximately 2h 53m to get from Universal Studios, Hollywood to Irvine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Universal Studios, Hollywood to Irvine bus from?

Universal Studios, Hollywood to Irvine bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Flower / 7th station.

Where do I catch the Universal Studios, Hollywood to Irvine train from?

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

Where does the Universal Studios, Hollywood to Irvine bus arrive?

Universal Studios, Hollywood to Irvine bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Disneyland Employee's Entrance station.

Where does the Universal Studios, Hollywood to Irvine train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Universal Studios, Hollywood to Irvine?

Yes, the driving distance between Universal Studios, Hollywood to Irvine is 49 miles. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Universal Studios, Hollywood to Irvine.

Where can I stay near Irvine?

There are 1589+ hotels available in Irvine.

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There are 5 ways to get from Universal Studios, Hollywood to Irvine by subway, train, bus, car, or taxi

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Subway, train
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 L.A. Union Station to Tustintrain OC Line
2h 53m
$10–14
Bus, line 53 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Flower / 7th to Disneyland Employee's Entrancebus 460
2. Take the bus from Artic - Dock 4 to Main-Harvardbus 53
4h 44m
$7–8
Subway, train, line 53 bus
1. Take the subway from Universal / Studio City Station to Union Station - Metro B & D Linessubway
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Anaheimtrain
3. Take the bus from Artic - Dock 4 to Main-Paseo Westparkbus 53
3h 40m
$13–24
Drive 48.8 mi
1. Drive from Universal Studios, Hollywood to Irvinecar 48.8 mi
56 min
$9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Universal Studios, Hollywood to Irvinetaxi 48.8 mi
56 min
$190–230

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Distance: 52.8 mi
Duration: 2h 53m

What companies run services between Universal Studios, Hollywood, CA, USA and Irvine, CA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Universal Studios, Hollywood to Main-Harvard via Universal / Studio City Station, 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro B & D Lines, Flower / 7th, Disneyland Employee's Entrance, Harbor-East Shuttle Area, and Artic - Dock 4 in around 4h 44m.

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