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Trip to San Diego

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Avg. duration4h
Distance152
Avg. price$ 32
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Buses from Irvine to San Diego

🚌 The journey from Irvine to San Diego by bus involves transferring at Santa Ana Bus Stop. The total travel time, including transfers, is approximately 3 hours and 21 minutes. 🚆 Route 1 offers a quicker alternative, taking 1 hour and 55 minutes to cover the 82.4-mile distance between the two cities. Step 1 involves taking the Pacific Surfliner train operated by Amtrak, departing from Irvine and arriving in San Diego.

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  • No, there is no direct bus from Irvine to San Diego. However, there are bus services available with transfers. The journey typically takes around 3 hours and 21 minutes, with buses departing from University-Ent 3773 Mariposa Villa in Irvine and arriving at the final destination in San Diego via a stop in Santa Ana. It's recommended to check the schedule and plan your journey accordingly to ensure a smooth transfer between buses.
  • You can catch the bus from Irvine to San Diego at the University-Ent 3773 Mariposa Villa station. This station is where the bus services, operated by OCTA, depart for the journey to San Diego. Make sure to arrive at the station in advance of the scheduled departure time to ensure a smooth boarding process for your trip.
  • There are multiple bus services available between Irvine and San Diego. While there is no direct bus, you can take services operated by OCTA from University-Ent 3773 Mariposa Villa in Irvine to Santa Ana Bus Stop, then transfer to a bus that will take you to San Diego, with a total journey time of approximately 3 hours and 21 minutes. Additionally, you can choose to travel by train on the Pacific Surfliner route, which departs from Irvine and arrives in San Diego in about 1 hour and 55 minutes. Tickets for the train service can be booked through Amtrak's website.
  • The Irvine to San Diego buses are generally less crowded during off-peak hours, such as mid-morning or mid-afternoon on weekdays. The buses tend to be most crowded during rush hours, particularly in the early morning and late afternoon when commuters may be traveling. It's advisable to avoid peak travel times if you prefer a more relaxed and less crowded journey on the bus from Irvine to San Diego.
  • The first bus of the day from Irvine to San Diego typically departs from University-Ent 3773 Mariposa Villa station in the early morning. The exact departure time may vary, so it's advisable to check the schedule in advance. The last bus of the day for this route usually leaves in the late evening, allowing for flexible travel options throughout the day. Be sure to confirm the latest schedules with the bus operators to plan your journey effectively.

Will you be returning to Irvine by bus?

If you are looking for a return bus trip, check out the buses from San Diego to Irvine.

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