What is the cheapest way to get from Vista to Irvine?

The cheapest way to get from Vista to Irvine is to drive which costs $10 - $16 and takes 1h.

What is the fastest way to get from Vista to Irvine?

The fastest way to get from Vista to Irvine is to drive which takes 1h and costs $10 - $16.

Is there a direct bus between Vista and Irvine?

No, there is no direct bus from Vista to Irvine. However, there are services departing from Vista Village Dr & Camino Corto and arriving at Alton-Meadowbrook via Oceanside and Irvine Station-Dock 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Vista and Irvine?

No, there is no direct train from Vista to Irvine. However, there are services departing from Vista Transit Center and arriving at Tustin via Oceanside and Irvine. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

How far is it from Vista to Irvine?

The distance between Vista and Irvine is 57 miles. The road distance is 58 miles.

How do I travel from Vista to Irvine without a car?

The best way to get from Vista to Irvine without a car is to tram and train which takes 2h 57m and costs $16 - $28.

How long does it take to get from Vista to Irvine?

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Vista to Irvine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vista to Irvine bus from?

Vista to Irvine bus services, operated by North County Transit, depart from Vista Village Dr & Camino Corto station.

Where do I catch the Vista to Irvine train from?

Vista to Irvine train services, operated by North County Transit, depart from Vista Transit Center station.

Where does the Vista to Irvine bus arrive?

Vista to Irvine bus services, operated by North County Transit, arrive at Oceanside Transit Center Stall 9 station.

Where does the Vista to Irvine train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Vista to Irvine?

Yes, the driving distance between Vista to Irvine is 58 miles. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Vista to Irvine.

Where can I stay near Irvine?

There are 1369+ hotels available in Irvine.

Vista to Irvine - 5 ways to travel via train, tram, line 303 bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Vista to Irvine by tram, train, bus, car, or bus (Amtrak)

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Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Vista Transit Center to Oceanside Transit Centertram Sprinter
2. Take the train from Oceanside to Irvinetrain Pacific Surfliner
2h 57m
$16–28
Drive 57.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Vista to Irvinecar 57.7 mi
1h
$11–16
Line 303 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Vista Transit Center Stall 5 to Oceanside Transit Center Stall 10bus 303 / ...
2. Take the train from Oceanside to Tustintrain OC Line / ...
3h 6m
$12–18
Line 302 bus, bus, line 86 bus
1. Take the bus from Vista Village Dr & Camino Corto to Oceanside Transit Center Stall 9bus 302
2. Take the bus from Oceanside to Irvinebus
3. Take the bus from Irvine Station-Dock 5 to Alton-Meadowbrookbus 86
3h 56m
$18–27
Line 303 bus, train via Irvine Station-Dock 5
1. Take the bus from Vista Transit Center Stall 5 to Oceanside Transit Center Stall 10bus 303 / ...
2. Take the train from Oceanside to Irvinetrain Pacific Surfliner
4h 8m
$12–19

Vista to Irvine by tram and train

107Weekly Services

2h 57mAverage Duration

$16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 56.8 mi
Duration: 2h 57m

What companies run services between Vista, CA, USA and Irvine, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Vista Village Dr & Camino Corto to Alton-Meadowbrook via Oceanside Transit Center Stall 9, Oceanside, Irvine, and Irvine Station-Dock 5 in around 3h 56m.

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