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Four ways to Travel from Santa Monica to Irvine

Composite routes from Santa Monica to Irvine

Cheapest
55 min
Car
86 km.
from $4
Other
4 h 33 min
72 km.
from $27.03
4 h 18 min
Bus, Train
71 km.
from $26.50
4 h 28 min
Bus, Train
71 km.
from $11.83

Transport providers

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Los Angeles to Anaheim
Ave. Duration:
38 min
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$6.38–$70.16

Metrolink Trains

Phone:
(800) 371-LINK (5465)
Website:
metrolinktrains.com
Train from L. A. Union Station station to Tustin
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$9.57–$12.12
Train from L. A. Union Station station to Anaheim-ARTIC
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$8.29–$10.84

Metro Los Angeles

Phone:
+1-323-466-3876
Email:
Website:
metro.net
Train from Downtown Santa Monica Station to 7th
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.59–$2.03
Bus from 5th / Santa Monica to Cesar
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.03
Bus from 5th / Santa Monica to Patsaouras
Ave. Duration:
1h 36m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.03

Bus operators

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Los Angeles Downtown to Anaheim
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$6.12–$38.27

OCTA

Phone:
+1 714-560-6282
Website:
octa.net
Bus from Artic - Dock 4 to Main-Paseo
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.31
Bus from Artic - Dock 4 to Main-Harvard
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.31

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Monica to Irvine?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Monica to Irvine is to drive which costs $9.24 - $14.13 and takes 53 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Monica to Irvine?

The fastest way to get from Santa Monica to Irvine is to drive which takes 53 min and costs $9.24 - $14.13 .

Is there a direct bus between Santa Monica and Irvine?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Monica to Irvine. However, there are services departing from 5th / Santa Monica and arriving at Main-Harvard via Los Angeles Downtown and Artic - Dock 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Santa Monica and Irvine?

No, there is no direct train from Santa Monica station to Irvine station. However, there are services departing from Downtown Santa Monica Station and arriving at Tustin station via 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro B & D Lines and L. A. Union Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Santa Monica to Irvine?

The distance between Santa Monica and Irvine is 90 km. The road distance is 83.1 km.

How do I travel from Santa Monica to Irvine without a car?

The best way to get from Santa Monica to Irvine without a car is to tram and train which takes 2h 59m and costs $10.87 - $14.13 .

How long does it take to get from Santa Monica to Irvine?

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Santa Monica to Irvine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Monica to Irvine bus from?

Santa Monica to Irvine bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from 5th / Santa Monica station.

Where do I catch the Santa Monica to Irvine train from?

Santa Monica to Irvine train services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Downtown Santa Monica Station.

Where does the Santa Monica to Irvine bus arrive?

Santa Monica to Irvine bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Cesar E Chavez / Vignes station.

Where does the Santa Monica to Irvine train arrive?

Santa Monica to Irvine train services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Lines.

Can I drive from Santa Monica to Irvine?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Monica to Irvine is 83 km. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Santa Monica to Irvine.

Where can I stay near Irvine?

There are 1114+ hotels available in Irvine. Prices start at $66.33 per night.
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