How to get from Irvine to Third Street Promenade by bus and train?

From Irvine to Third Street Promenade by bus and train

To get from Irvine to Third Street Promenade in Santa Monica, 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 33 bus from Cesar E Chavez / Alameda station to 5th / Santa Monica station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 40 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 Third Street Promenade on the Moovit app.

220min$2.00
Bus - 8686
Train - PACIFIC SURFLINERPACIFIC SURFLINER
Bus - 3333
Walk to Third Street Promenade
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 E Chavez / Alameda
    ID 9218
    430 yd • 6 min
  • 8
    Bus - 3333
    Wait for bus
    33
    Santa Monica
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    5th / Santa Monica
    ID 3120
    104 min
  • 10
    Walk to Third Street Promenade
    Walk to
    Third Street Promenade
    Wilshire Blvd Santa Monica, CA 90401
    630 yd • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Irvine to Third Street Promenade

The distance between Irvine, Santa Monica and Third Street Promenade, Santa Monica is approximately 67.58 mi, which can typically be travelled in 220 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Irvine to Third Street Promenade by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Santa Monica – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Irvine to Third Street Promenade

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

    The fastest way takes 220 minutes, using Bus line 86, Train line PACIFIC SURFLINER, Bus line 33.

  • Is there a direct bus between Irvine and Third Street Promenade?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 40 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Irvine to Third Street Promenade?

    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 Third Street Promenade in Santa Monica.

  • How long does it take to travel from Irvine to Third Street Promenade by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Irvine in Los Angeles and Third Street Promenade in Santa Monica by bus and train is about 3 hr 40 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Irvine to get to Third Street Promenade?

    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 Third Street Promenade?

    Get off the bus at the Irvine Station, which is closest to Third Street Promenade in Santa Monica.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Irvine to Third Street Promenade?

    The ride from Irvine to Third Street Promenade costs $2.00.

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