How to get from Santa Barbara Station to Irvine by bus and train?

Santa Barbara Station to Irvine - Train Schedule

The PACIFIC SURFLINER train from Santa Barbara Station to Irvine runs from 6:53 AM to 7:00 PM, with departures every 1 hr 35 min-3 hr 55 min. The trip takes about 4 hr 45 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Santa Barbara Station to Irvine by bus and train

To get from Santa Barbara Station to Irvine in Los Angeles, take the PACIFIC SURFLINER train from Santa Barbara station to Irvine Station station. Next, take the 86 bus from Ada-Barranca station to Alton-Hospital station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 45 min. The bus and train schedule from Santa Barbara Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Irvine on the Moovit app.

285min
Train - PACIFIC SURFLINERPACIFIC SURFLINER
Bus - 8686
Walk to Irvine
Leaves from Santa Barbara

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Santa Barbara Station
  • 2
    Train - PACIFIC SURFLINERPACIFIC SURFLINER
    Wait for train
    PACIFIC SURFLINER
    San Diego
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Irvine Station
    262 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ada-Barranca
    ID 3111
    290 yd • 4 min
  • 5
    Bus - 8686
    Wait for bus
    86
    Costa Mesa - Bristol and Sunflower
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Alton-Hospital
    ID 3163
    9 min
  • 7
    Walk to Irvine
    Walk to
    Irvine
    110 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Santa Barbara Station to Irvine

The distance between Santa Barbara Station, Los Angeles and Irvine, Los Angeles is approximately 150.89 mi, which can typically be travelled in 285 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Santa Barbara Station to Irvine 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 Santa Barbara Station to Irvine

To check the bus and train schedule from Santa Barbara Station to Irvine using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Santa Barbara Station) and destination (Irvine), 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 Santa Barbara Station to Irvine?

    The fastest way takes 285 minutes, using Train line PACIFIC SURFLINER, Bus line 86.

  • Is there a direct train between Santa Barbara Station and Irvine?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 4 hr 45 min.

  • Which train line goes from Santa Barbara Station to Irvine?

    The PACIFIC SURFLINER train line goes from Irvine Station near Santa Barbara Station in Santa Barbara to Ada-Barranca station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Ada-Barranca station near Irvine in Los Angeles.

  • How long does it take to travel from Santa Barbara Station to Irvine by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Santa Barbara Station in Santa Barbara and Irvine in Los Angeles by train and bus is about 4 hr 45 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Santa Barbara Station to get to Irvine?

    Get on the PACIFIC SURFLINER train from the Irvine Station near Santa Barbara Station in Santa Barbara.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Santa Barbara Station and Irvine?

    Get off the train at the Ada-Barranca stop, which is closest to Irvine in Los Angeles.

  • When is the first train from Santa Barbara Station to Irvine?

    The first train from Santa Barbara Station in Santa Barbara to Irvine in Los Angeles is Pacific Surfliner. It leaves the Santa Barbara station at 11:53 PM.

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