Irvine, CA, USA to Santa Clarita, CA, USA from $13: 4 ways by bus, train, flight or car

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How to Get from Irvine to Santa Clarita: Cheapest, Fastest and Best Way

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$13 by carBest price

121 kmDistance

1h 19m Fastest

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Irvine - Santa Clarita operators

Explore transport companies operating between Irvine and Santa Clarita, with prices starting at . These companies offer competitive pricing, flexible schedules, and comfortable travel experiences.

Train

Contact phone

(800) 371-LINK (5465)

Website

https://metrolinktrains.com

Train from Tustin station to L. A. Union Station station

Average Duration

1h 8m

Estimated price

$9-25

Train from L. A. Union Station station to Newhall station

Average Duration

53m

Estimated price

$125-126

Bus

Contact phone

+1 714-560-6282

Website

http://octa.net

Bus from Main-Harvard to Artic - Dock 4

Average Duration

56m

Estimated price

$128-128

Bus from Main-Culver to Artic - Dock 4

Average Duration

59m

Estimated price

$128-128

Contact phone

+1 800-872-7245

Website

https://www.amtrak.com/home.html

Bus from Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center to Santa Clarita-Newhall Amtrak Station

Average Duration

2h 10m

Estimated price

$0-0

Contact phone

+1 214-849-8100

Website

https://www.greyhound.com/

Bus from Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center to Los Angeles Union Station

Average Duration

1h 25m

Estimated price

$121-1255

Contact phone

+1 (855) 626-8585

Website

https://flixbus.com

Bus from Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center to Los Angeles Union Station

Average Duration

55m

Estimated price

$123-1210

Irvine to Santa Clarita: Overview of Bus, Train, Flight, and Car Trips

Traveling between Irvine and Santa Clarita offers a variety of convenient options to suit your preferences, schedule, and budget. Whether you prioritize affordability, speed, or comfort, you’re sure to find the perfect way to travel without compromising on quality or convenience.

🚗 Embark on a delightful journey from Irvine to Santa Clarita, covering a scenic driving distance of 75 miles. 🌿 Enjoy the picturesque views along the way as you make your way towards your destination in approximately 1 hour and 19 minutes. 💰 Experience a budget-friendly trip with prices ranging from $13 to $20 for the drive from Irvine to Santa Clarita by car. 🛣️ Navigate through the highways and enjoy the convenience and flexibility that a road trip offers, allowing you to explore at your own pace.

Average price

$13 - $20

🚆 To travel from Irvine to Santa Clarita by train, you'll need to take a journey that includes transfers. The total travel time, including transfers, is approximately 2 hours and 51 minutes. The route involves departing from Tustin station and arriving at Newhall station via L.A. Union Station. 🚆 The train services for this route are operated by Metrolink Trains, with departures from Tustin station in Irvine and arrivals at Newhall station in Santa Clarita. The prices for this train journey can vary between $12 and $42. The distance between Irvine and Santa Clarita is approximately 75.5 miles. 🚆 If you opt for Route 1, it will take around 2 hours and 43 minutes to reach Santa Clarita from Irvine, with a transfer at Union Station. Other routes may take slightly less time, but each involves a transfer and efficient coordination between different train services.

Departure Point

Tustin station

Arrival Point

Newhall station

🚌 Traveling from Irvine to Santa Clarita by bus requires a transfer at Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center. The journey, with transfers included, takes approximately 4 hours and 6 minutes.

Departure Point

Main-Harvard station

Arrival Point

Santa Clarita-Newhall Amtrak Station

Frequently asked questions

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The distance between Irvine and Santa Clarita is 104.6 km by road. By train, it takes approximately 3 hours and 1 minute to travel from Irvine to Santa Clarita. If driving by car, the typical travel time is 1 hour and 19 minutes from Santa Clarita to Irvine. Taking a bus from Irvine to Santa Clarita usually takes around 3 hours and 56 minutes.

The most cost-effective and time-efficient transportation option for traveling from Irvine to Santa Clarita is by car. It takes approximately 1 hour and 19 minutes and costs $13-$20.

The prices for a train ticket from Irvine to Santa Clarita range from $12 to $42.

To travel from Irvine to Santa Clarita without using public transportation, you can drive. The road distance between the two cities is approximately 120.7 km, and it takes about 1 hour and 19 minutes to drive from Irvine to Santa Clarita. Prices for car rentals or using your own vehicle may vary, but are generally affordable, ranging from $13 to $20.

The most efficient way to travel from Irvine to Santa Clarita without a car is by taking a train, which typically takes around 3 hours and 1 minute. The train fare can range from $12 to $45, depending on the type of ticket and any discounts available.

There is no direct train link between Irvine and Santa Clarita, but there are train services available with transfers at L.A. Union Station. The journey takes approximately 3 hours and 1 minute. Similarly, there is no direct bus link between the two cities, but there are bus services available with transfers at the Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center. The bus journey takes approximately 3 hours and 56 minutes.

There are plenty of accommodation options available near Santa Clarita. With over 79 hotels to choose from, you can find a variety of options that fit your preference and budget. Prices for hotels in the area start at around $63 per night.