How to get from Irvine to Cal State Long Beach by bus and train?

From Irvine to Cal State Long Beach by bus and train

To get from Irvine to Cal State Long Beach 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 50 bus from Artic - Dock 5 station to Channel & 7th SW station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 28 min. The ride fare is $2.00. The bus and train schedule from Irvine may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Cal State Long Beach on the Moovit app.

148min$2.00
Bus - 8686
Train - PACIFIC SURFLINERPACIFIC SURFLINER
Bus - 5050
Walk to Cal State Long Beach
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
    Anaheim-Artic Metrolink Station
    19 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Artic - Dock 5
    ID 8365
    180 yd • 3 min
  • 8
    Bus - 5050
    Wait for bus
    50
    Long Beach - Cal State Long Beach
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Channel & 7th SW
    69 min
  • 10
    Walk to Cal State Long Beach
    Walk to
    Cal State Long Beach
    1288 N Bellflower Blvd
    0.71 mi • 15 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Irvine to Cal State Long Beach

The distance between Irvine and Cal State Long Beach is approximately 33.99 mi, which can typically be travelled in 148 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Irvine to Cal State Long Beach by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Long Beach – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Irvine to Cal State Long Beach

To check the bus and train schedule from Irvine to Cal State Long Beach using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Irvine) and destination (Cal State Long Beach), 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.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Irvine to Cal State Long Beach?

    The fastest way takes 148 minutes, using Bus line 86, Train line PACIFIC SURFLINER, Bus line 50.

  • Is there a direct bus between Irvine and Cal State Long Beach?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 28 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Irvine to Cal State Long Beach?

    The 86 bus line goes from Irvine Station-Dock 5 station near Irvine in Los Angeles to Irvine Station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Irvine Station near Cal State Long Beach.

  • How long does it take to travel from Irvine to Cal State Long Beach by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Irvine and Cal State Long Beach by bus and train is about 2 hr 28 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Irvine to get to Cal State Long Beach?

    Get on the 86 bus from the Irvine Station-Dock 5 stop near Irvine in Los Angeles.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Irvine and Cal State Long Beach?

    Get off the bus at the Irvine Station, which is closest to Cal State Long Beach.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Irvine to Cal State Long Beach?

    The ride from Irvine to Cal State Long Beach costs $2.00.

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