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Is it better to travel by bus or train from Irvine to Los Angeles?
There are usually 21 daily train trips available from Irvine to Los Angeles.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. PriceCZK 701.08 | Avg. PriceCZK 489.51 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips7 | Daily Trips21 |
Duration | Duration2h 16m | Duration1h 46m |
Bus from Irvine to Los Angeles: Journey Information
There are 10 intercity buses per day from Irvine to Los Angeles. Traveling by bus from Irvine to Los Angeles usually takes around 2 hours and 7 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus US bus can make the trip in 50 minutes.
| Distance | 36 mi (58 km) |
| Shortest duration | 0h 50m |
| Cheapest price | CZK 288.60 |
| Trips per day | 9 |
| Most frequent service | Futura Net |
| Bus lines | 3 |
How much is a bus ticket from Irvine to Los Angeles?
Bus tickets for a trip from Irvine to Los Angeles cost CZK 290.38 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.
Monthly avg. prices
Prices as travel date approaches
Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest bus tickets, book your trip at least 28 days in advance. This way, you can save up to CZK 450.44 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.
What bus companies travel from Irvine to Los Angeles?
There are 3 bus lines from Irvine to Los Angeles available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 7 daily trips, Futura Net usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Thruway | 1 | 6h 36m | CZK 293.48 |
| FlixBus US | 5 | 2h 33m | CZK 597.62 |
| Futura Net | 7 | 1h 31m | CZK 821.40 |
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 Irvine to Los Angeles start at CZK 289. 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 5 trips per day from Irvine to Los Angeles, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Book Futura Net from Irvine to Los Angeles from CZK 821. There are 7 trips per day offered by Futura Net from Irvine to Los Angeles and you can expect on average to pay for a Futura Net ticket to Los Angeles. In Irvine, Futura Net departs to Los Angeles from 5414 Walnut Ave . In Los Angeles, Futura Net arrives at Los Angeles East 7th St .
An average trip on Futura Net from Irvine to Los Angeles takes 1 hours and 31 minutes , while the fastest available Futura Net trip will get you to Los Angeles in 0 hours and 50 minutes .
On weekends, Futura Net offers 7 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Los Angeles.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Irvine to Los Angeles
The bus takes an average of 2 hours and 7 minutes to cover the 36 miles from Irvine to Los Angeles. However, the fastest bus only takes 50 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.
Tuesday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, 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 9:00am and the last bus leaves at 9:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Irvine to Los Angeles, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 10 scheduled buses that travel from Irvine to Los Angeles every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 9 direct buses, where you can stay on the same bus without having to transfer to a connecting bus at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Irvine to Los Angeles; ticket prices start at CZK 288.60.
City Information
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.
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.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Irvine?
Main departure station: 5414 Walnut Ave
Buses to Los Angeles leave from 3 stations in Irvine.
All bus stations in Irvine:
5414 Walnut Ave
University of CA - Crawford Hall
Irvine Transp Ctr - 15215 Barranca Pkwy
Where does the bus arrive in Los Angeles?
Main arrival station: Los Angeles East 7th St
Buses arrive in Los Angeles at 6 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
All bus stations in Los Angeles:
Los Angeles East 7th St
North Hollywood Bus Station
800 N Alameda St
592 Gayley Ave
USC - 3492 S Hope St
Downtown - Vignes Lot
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