How to get from Irvine to Alhambra by bus and train?

From Irvine to Alhambra by bus and train

To get from Irvine to Alhambra in Los Angeles, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 86 bus from Alton-Kaiser Permanente station to Irvine Station-Dock 5 station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the PACIFIC SURFLINER train and finally take the 78 bus from Cesar Chavez Transit Pavilion station to Main / Garfield station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 25 min. The bus and train schedule from Irvine may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Alhambra on the Moovit app.

145min
Bus - 8686
Train - PACIFIC SURFLINERPACIFIC SURFLINER
Bus - 7878
Walk to Alhambra
Leaves from Alton-Kaiser Permanente

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Irvine
  • 2
    Bus - 8686
    Wait for bus
    86
    Mission Viejo - Murray Community Center
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Irvine Station-Dock 5
    ID 3701
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Irvine Station
    400 yd • 5 min
  • 5
    Train - PACIFIC SURFLINERPACIFIC SURFLINER
    Wait for train
    PACIFIC SURFLINER
    Los Angeles
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Union Station
    ID 80214S
    65 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Cesar Chavez Transit Pavilion
    ID 3103
    330 yd • 5 min
  • 8
    Bus - 7878
    Wait for bus
    78
    Las Tunas - Live Oak
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Main / Garfield
    ID 1548
    37 min
  • 10
    Walk to Alhambra
    Walk to
    Alhambra
    50 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Irvine to Alhambra by bus and train via 86, OC LINE and 78

To get from Irvine to Alhambra in Los Angeles, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 86 bus from Alton-Kaiser Permanente station to Irvine Station-Dock 5 station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the OC LINE train and finally take the 78 bus from Cesar Chavez Transit Pavilion station to Main / Garfield station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 46 min. The ride fare is $13.00. The bus and train schedule from Irvine may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Alhambra on the Moovit app.

166min$13.00
Bus - 8686
Train - OC LINE
OC LINE
Bus - 7878
Walk to Alhambra
Leaves from Alton-Kaiser Permanente

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Irvine
  • 2
    Bus - 8686
    Wait for bus
    86
    Mission Viejo - Murray Community Center
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Irvine Station-Dock 5
    ID 3701
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Irvine Station
    400 yd • 5 min
  • 5
    Train - OC LINE
    Wait for train
    OC LINE
    #609| L.A. Union Station
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Union Station
    ID 80214S
    68 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Cesar Chavez Transit Pavilion
    ID 3103
    330 yd • 5 min
  • 8
    Bus - 7878
    Wait for bus
    78
    Las Tunas - Live Oak
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Main / Garfield
    ID 1548
    38 min
  • 10
    Walk to Alhambra
    Walk to
    Alhambra
    50 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Irvine to Alhambra

The distance between Irvine, Los Angeles and Alhambra, Los Angeles is approximately 55.77 mi, which can typically be travelled in 145 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Irvine to Alhambra by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Los Angeles – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Irvine to Alhambra

To check the bus and train schedule from Irvine to Alhambra using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Irvine) and destination (Alhambra), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Irvine to Alhambra by bus and train via 86, OC LINE and 78

To get from Irvine to Alhambra in Los Angeles, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 86 bus from Alton-Kaiser Permanente station to Irvine Station-Dock 5 station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the OC LINE train and finally take the 78 bus from Cesar Chavez Transit Pavilion station to Main / Garfield station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 46 min. The ride fare is $13.00. The bus and train schedule from Irvine may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Alhambra on the Moovit app.

166min$13.00
Bus - 8686
Train - OC LINE
OC LINE
Bus - 7878
Walk to Alhambra
Leaves from Alton-Kaiser Permanente

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Irvine
  • 2
    Bus - 8686
    Wait for bus
    86
    Mission Viejo - Murray Community Center
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Irvine Station-Dock 5
    ID 3701
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Irvine Station
    400 yd • 5 min
  • 5
    Train - OC LINE
    Wait for train
    OC LINE
    #609| L.A. Union Station
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Union Station
    ID 80214S
    68 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Cesar Chavez Transit Pavilion
    ID 3103
    330 yd • 5 min
  • 8
    Bus - 7878
    Wait for bus
    78
    Las Tunas - Live Oak
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Main / Garfield
    ID 1548
    38 min
  • 10
    Walk to Alhambra
    Walk to
    Alhambra
    50 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Irvine to Alhambra?

    The fastest way takes 145 minutes, using Bus line 86, Train line PACIFIC SURFLINER, Bus line 78.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Irvine to Alhambra?

    The alternative route takes 166 minutes, using Bus line 86, Train line OC LINE, Bus line 78.

  • Is there a direct bus between Irvine and Alhambra in Los Angeles?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 25 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Irvine to Alhambra in Los Angeles?

    The 86 bus line goes from Mission Viejo - Murray Community Center station near Irvine to Irvine Station-Dock 5 station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Irvine Station-Dock 5 station near Alhambra in Los Angeles.

  • How long does it take to travel from Irvine to Alhambra in Los Angeles by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Irvine and Alhambra in Los Angeles by bus and train is about 2 hr 25 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Irvine to get to Alhambra in Los Angeles?

    Get on the 86 bus from the Mission Viejo - Murray Community Center stop near Irvine in Los Angeles.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Irvine and Alhambra in Los Angeles?

    Get off the bus at the Irvine Station-Dock 5 stop, which is closest to Alhambra in Los Angeles.

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