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 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 47 min. The ride fare is $13.00.

167min$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
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Irvine Station
    320 yd • 4 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
    290 yd • 4 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

Alternative route from Irvine to Alhambra by bus and train via 86, PACIFIC SURFLINER 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 PACIFIC SURFLINER train and finally take the 78 bus from Cesar Chavez Transit Pavilion station to Garfield / Main station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 16 min.

196min
Bus - 8686
Train - PACIFIC SURFLINERPACIFIC SURFLINER
Bus - 7878
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
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Irvine Station
    320 yd • 4 min
  • 5
    Train - PACIFIC SURFLINERPACIFIC SURFLINER
    Wait for train
    PACIFIC SURFLINER
    Goleta
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Union Station
    ID 80214S
    63 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Cesar Chavez Transit Pavilion
    ID 3103
    290 yd • 4 min
  • 8
    Bus - 7878
    Wait for bus
    78
    Alhambra - Main - Garfield
  • 9
    Ride to bus station Garfield / Main
    Ride to bus station
    Garfield / Main
    38 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 55.82 mi, which can typically be travelled in 167 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.

Public transit stations close to Irvine

Irvine is located at Irvine, Los Angeles and the nearest public transit station is Alton-Hospital.

Train stations close to Irvine:

  • Irvine Station

Bus stations close to Irvine:

  • Alton-Hospital
  • Alton-Sand Canyon
  • Alton-Laguna Canyon

Public transit stations close to Alhambra, Los Angeles

Alhambra is located at Alhambra, Los Angeles and the nearest public transit station is Main / 2nd.

Bus stations close to Alhambra:

  • Main / 2nd
  • Main St & 2nd Ave
  • Main St & Garfield Ave

Related Routes

Alternative route from Irvine to Alhambra by bus and train via 86, PACIFIC SURFLINER 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 PACIFIC SURFLINER train and finally take the 78 bus from Cesar Chavez Transit Pavilion station to Garfield / Main station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 16 min.

196min
Bus - 8686
Train - PACIFIC SURFLINERPACIFIC SURFLINER
Bus - 7878
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
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Irvine Station
    320 yd • 4 min
  • 5
    Train - PACIFIC SURFLINERPACIFIC SURFLINER
    Wait for train
    PACIFIC SURFLINER
    Goleta
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Union Station
    ID 80214S
    63 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Cesar Chavez Transit Pavilion
    ID 3103
    290 yd • 4 min
  • 8
    Bus - 7878
    Wait for bus
    78
    Alhambra - Main - Garfield
  • 9
    Ride to bus station Garfield / Main
    Ride to bus station
    Garfield / Main
    38 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 167 minutes, using Bus line 86, Train line OC LINE, Bus line 78.

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

    The alternative route takes 196 minutes, using Bus line 86, Train line PACIFIC SURFLINER, 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 47 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 47 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.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Irvine to Alhambra?

    The ride from Irvine to Alhambra costs $13.00.

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