What is the cheapest way to get from Irvine to Alameda?

The cheapest way to get from Irvine to Alameda is to drive which costs $65 - $100 and takes 6h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Irvine to Alameda?

The fastest way to get from Irvine to Alameda is to fly which takes 3h 11m and costs $190 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Irvine and Alameda?

No, there is no direct bus from Irvine to Alameda. However, there are services departing from Main-Harvard and arriving at Oakland via Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Irvine and Alameda?

No, there is no direct train from Irvine to Alameda. However, there are services departing from Tustin and arriving at Oakland via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 19m.

How far is it from Irvine to Alameda?

The distance between Irvine and Alameda is 383 miles. The road distance is 413.3 miles.

How do I travel from Irvine to Alameda without a car?

The best way to get from Irvine to Alameda without a car is to bus via Artic - Dock 4 which takes 10h 45m and costs $70 - $130.

How long does it take to get from Irvine to Alameda?

It takes approximately 3h 11m to get from Irvine to Alameda, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Irvine to Alameda bus from?

Irvine to Alameda bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center station.

Where do I catch the Irvine to Alameda train from?

Irvine to Alameda train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, depart from Tustin station.

Train, bus or fly from Irvine to Alameda?

The best way to get from Irvine to Alameda is to fly which takes 3h 11m and costs $190 - $800. Alternatively, you can bus via Artic - Dock 4, which costs $70 - $130 and takes 10h 45m, you could also train, which costs $250 - $420 and takes 13h 19m.

Where does the Irvine to Alameda bus arrive?

Irvine to Alameda bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Oakland station.

Where does the Irvine to Alameda train arrive?

Irvine to Alameda train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, arrive at L.A. Union Station.

Can I drive from Irvine to Alameda?

Yes, the driving distance between Irvine to Alameda is 413 miles. It takes approximately 6h 51m to drive from Irvine to Alameda.

Where can I stay near Alameda?

There are 805+ hotels available in Alameda.

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Fly John Wayne Airport Orange County to Oakland International Airport
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1. Fly from John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA) to Oakland International Airport (OAK)plane SNA - OAK
3h 11m
$196–759
Train to Los Angeles International Airport, fly to Oakland International Airport
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1. Take the train from Tustin to L.A. Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Oakland International Airport (OAK)plane LAX - OAK
4h 33m
$50–242
Bus via Artic - Dock 4
1. Take the bus from Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center to Oaklandbus FlixBus N2003
10h 45m
$72–122
Train
1. Take the train from Tustin to L.A. Union Stationtrain OC Line
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Oaklandtrain Coast Starlight
13h 19m
$259–412
Drive 410.9 mi
1. Drive from Irvine to Alamedacar 410.9 mi
6h 51m
$68–98
Fly John Wayne Airport Orange County to San Francisco International Airport
1. Fly from John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane SNA - SFO
3h 41m
$113–346
Fly John Wayne Airport Orange County to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport, BART
1. Fly from John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA) to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport (SJC)plane SNA - SJC
2. Take the subway from Milpitas to Fruitvalesubway
4h 17m
$61–334
Train, line 62 bus to Long Beach Airport, fly to Oakland International Airport
1. Take the train from Tustin to Norwalk / Santa Fe Springstrain
2. Take the bus from Norwalk / Imperial to 226th / Norwalkbus
3. Fly from Long Beach Airport (LGB) to Oakland International Airport (OAK)plane LGB - OAK
5h 49m
$84–481
Train to Ontario International Airport, fly to Oakland International Airport
1. Take the train from Tustin to Riverside - Downtowntrain
2. Fly from Ontario International Airport (ONT) to Oakland International Airport (OAK)plane ONT - OAK
5h 41m
$60–321
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Santa Ana Bus Stop to Oaklandbus Greyhound US0831
10h 59m
$72–122

Irvine to Alameda by bus

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Distance: 381 mi
Duration: 3h 11m

What companies run services between Irvine, CA, USA and Alameda, Alameda County, CA, USA?

Southwest Airlines flies from John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA) to Oakland International Airport (OAK) every 3 hours. Alternatively, Flixbus USA operates a bus from Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center to Oakland once daily. Tickets cost $70–110 and the journey takes 8h 50m. Greyhound USA also services this route once daily.

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Fly John Wayne Airport Orange County to San Francisco International Airport

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