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Los Angeles to Irvine Bus Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from Los Angeles to Irvine?
There are usually 20 daily train trips from Los Angeles to Irvine.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price$20.15 | Avg. Price$36.57 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips2 | Daily Trips20 |
Duration | Duration2h 55m | Duration2h 22m |
Bus from Los Angeles to Irvine: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Los Angeles to Irvine. Traveling by bus from Los Angeles to Irvine usually takes around 2 hours and 45 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus US bus can make the trip in just one hour and 10 minutes.
| Distance | 36 mi (58 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 10m |
| Cheapest price | $15.68 |
| Trips per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus US |
| Bus lines | 3 |
Buses from Los Angeles to Irvine
- Amtrak Thruway: 1 daily buses from C$18
- FlixBus US: 2 daily buses from C$15
- Greyhound: 2 daily buses from C$29
How much is a bus ticket from Los Angeles to Irvine?
Bus tickets for a trip from Los Angeles to Irvine cost $15.68 on average. This is an excellent value for the trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price
Average bus ticket prices from Los Angeles to Irvine by month
Prices as travel date approaches
To save money on bus tickets, buy them as early as possible. Bus carriers usually charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel. Book your ticket at least 28 days in advance to save up to $11.72.
What bus companies travel from Los Angeles to Irvine?
There are 3 bus lines from Los Angeles to Irvine available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. FlixBus US offers the most choice in regards to departure times, with a couple of different times on its daily bus schedule.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Thruway | 1 | 4h 14m | $18.39 |
| FlixBus US | 2 | 1h 25m | $19.34 |
| Greyhound | 2 | 5h 10m | $47.46 |
Amtrak Thruway, also known as Amtrak Thruway Motorcoach, is a system of intercity passenger buses operated by Amtrak to connect train stations to areas that are not served by the carrier’s railroads. On the bus, passengers can enjoy comfortable reclining seats with leg rests and access to onboard restroom facilities. Amtrak Thruway bus tickets from Los Angeles to Irvine start at $18. On average, there are 1 Amtrak Thruway bus trips on this route every day.
FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 2 trips per day from Los Angeles to Irvine, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 2 bus trips from Los Angeles to Irvine every day, with the average journey taking around 5 hours and 10 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Irvine usually start from $29.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Los Angeles to Irvine
The bus takes an average of 2 hours and 45 minutes to cover the 58 kilometers from Los Angeles to Irvine. However, the fastest bus only takes an hour and 10 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Los Angeles to Irvine for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Thursday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 6:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Los Angeles to Irvine, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 buses per day from Los Angeles to Irvine. Both of these are direct buses, meaning that you do not have to worry about transferring buses at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Los Angeles to Irvine; ticket prices start at $25.95.
City Information
Los Angeles
Los Angeles is the undisputed world capital of the entertainment business. Because of that, the City of Angels is where you will find some of the most iconic landmarks of the film and music industries, including the world-famous Walk of Fame and Dolby Theatre (home of the Academy Awards) on Hollywood Boulevard, the easily recognizable Capitol Records building at Hollywood & Vine, and the LA Live complex in Downtown Los Angeles.
The best part of LA is that it has something to offer for people of all interests: outdoor enthusiasts can hike up to the Hollywood sign, fashion aficionados can go shopping in Beverly Hills, art lovers can check out the prominent Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) in the Miracle Mile district, and those looking for a fun night out can go bar-hopping in West Hollywood. Are you a Pokémon GO addict? Well then this is the place for you because LA is the best city to catch the rarest Pokémon in the U.S.. And if you want to want to experience the famed golden coast of Southern California for yourself, head west to Santa Monica and Venice for a refreshing dip in the Pacific Ocean.
With one of the biggest airports on the West Coast and several bus and train stops across the county, Los Angeles makes it easy to travel elsewhere in California, visit the neighboring Nevada, Arizona and Mexico, or take a flight to pretty much any other part of the world.
Irvine
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Though Irvine is probably most famous for its corporations and university campuses, the city is well worth the trip for its variety of attractions and activities. Start with a date night at the Irvine Barclay Theatre, which boasts an intimate atmosphere and superb acoustics. You could also check out the UCI Arboretum, where you can learn more about the unique flora of the coastal California region. The Beall Center for Art + Technology features interesting exhibitions that fuse modern art with futuristic technologies.
When you've worked up an appetite, you can find a wide variety of dining options available in the city. For some of the best Japanese dishes in town, check out Fukuda, which serves udon and soba dishes. If you are craving a good chicken parm, North Italia has just what you need!
It's easy to get to Irvine from anywhere in Southern California via intercity buses or Amtrak trains. Flights operate through the nearby John Wayne Airport-Orange County Airport, just 4.3 miles away from downtown.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Los Angeles?
Main departure station: 592 Gayley Ave
Buses to Irvine leave from 6 stations in Los Angeles.
All bus stations in Los Angeles:
592 Gayley Ave
USC - 3492 S Hope St
Downtown - Vignes Lot
800 N Alameda St
North Hollywood Bus Station
San Fernando Bus Station
Where does the bus arrive in Irvine?
Main arrival station: University of CA - Crawford Hall
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Irvine.
Bus stations in Irvine:
University of CA - Crawford Hall
Irvine Transp Ctr - 15215 Barranca Pkwy
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