How to get from Main-Civic Center to USC Orange County Center by bus?

From Main-Civic Center to USC Orange County Center by bus

To get from Main-Civic Center to USC Orange County Center in Irvine, take the 553 bus from Main-Civic Center station to Macarthur-Main station. Next, take the 76 bus from Macarthur-Main station to Dupont-Michelson station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 42 min. The ride fare is $2.00. The bus schedule from Main-Civic Center may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to USC Orange County Center on the Moovit app.

42min$2.00
Bus - 553553
Bus - 7676
Walk to USC Orange County Center
Leaves from Main-Civic Center

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Main-Civic Center
  • 2
    Bus - 553553
    Wait for bus
    553
    Costa Mesa - South Coast Plaza
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Macarthur-Main
    ID 6462
    16 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Macarthur-Main
    ID 6459
    220 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - 7676
    Wait for bus
    76
    Michelson and Dupont via John Wayne Airport
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Dupont-Michelson
    ID 8575
    4 min
  • 7
    Walk to USC Orange County Center
    Walk to
    USC Orange County Center
    2300 Michelson Dr
    500 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Main-Civic Center to USC Orange County Center by bus via 83 and 59

To get from Main-Civic Center to USC Orange County Center in Irvine, take the 83 bus from Civic Center-Main station to Santa Ana-Santiago station. Next, take the 59 bus from Santa Ana-Santiago station to Von Karman-Michelson station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 48 min. The ride fare is $2.00. The bus schedule from Main-Civic Center may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to USC Orange County Center on the Moovit app.

48min$2.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 8383
Bus - 5959
Walk to USC Orange County Center
Leaves from Civic Center-Main

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Civic Center-Main
    ID 8612
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 8383
    Wait for bus
    83
    Laguna Hills Transp Center
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Santa Ana-Santiago
    ID 6676
    4 min
  • 4
    Bus - 5959
    Wait for bus
    59
    UC Irvine
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Von Karman-Michelson
    ID 3631
    35 min
  • 6
    Walk to USC Orange County Center
    Walk to
    USC Orange County Center
    2300 Michelson Dr
    80 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Main-Civic Center to USC Orange County Center

The distance between Main-Civic Center, Irvine and USC Orange County Center, Irvine is approximately 7.09 mi, which can typically be travelled in 42 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Main-Civic Center to USC Orange County Center by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Irvine – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Main-Civic Center to USC Orange County Center

To check the bus schedule from Main-Civic Center to USC Orange County Center using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Main-Civic Center) and destination (USC Orange County Center), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, 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 schedules.

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Alternative route from Main-Civic Center to USC Orange County Center by bus via 83 and 59

To get from Main-Civic Center to USC Orange County Center in Irvine, take the 83 bus from Civic Center-Main station to Santa Ana-Santiago station. Next, take the 59 bus from Santa Ana-Santiago station to Von Karman-Michelson station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 48 min. The ride fare is $2.00. The bus schedule from Main-Civic Center may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to USC Orange County Center on the Moovit app.

48min$2.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 8383
Bus - 5959
Walk to USC Orange County Center
Leaves from Civic Center-Main

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Civic Center-Main
    ID 8612
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 8383
    Wait for bus
    83
    Laguna Hills Transp Center
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Santa Ana-Santiago
    ID 6676
    4 min
  • 4
    Bus - 5959
    Wait for bus
    59
    UC Irvine
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Von Karman-Michelson
    ID 3631
    35 min
  • 6
    Walk to USC Orange County Center
    Walk to
    USC Orange County Center
    2300 Michelson Dr
    80 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Main-Civic Center to USC Orange County Center?

    The fastest way takes 42 minutes, using Bus line 553, Bus line 76.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Main-Civic Center to USC Orange County Center?

    The alternative route takes 48 minutes, using Bus line 83, Bus line 59.

  • Is there a direct bus between Main-Civic Center and USC Orange County Center?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 42 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Main-Civic Center to USC Orange County Center?

    The 553 bus line goes from Costa Mesa - South Coast Plaza station near Main-Civic Center in Santa Ana to Macarthur-Main station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Macarthur-Main station near USC Orange County Center in Irvine.

  • How long does it take to travel from Main-Civic Center to USC Orange County Center by bus?

    The total travel time between Main-Civic Center in Santa Ana and USC Orange County Center in Irvine by bus is about 42 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Main-Civic Center to get to USC Orange County Center?

    Get on the 553 bus from the Costa Mesa - South Coast Plaza stop near Main-Civic Center in Santa Ana.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Main-Civic Center and USC Orange County Center?

    Get off the bus at the Macarthur-Main stop, which is closest to USC Orange County Center in Irvine.

  • When is the last bus from Main-Civic Center to USC Orange County Center?

    The last bus from Main-Civic Center in Santa Ana to USC Orange County Center in Irvine is the Anaheim - Irvine line. It leaves the Main-Civic Center stop at 5:22 PM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Main-Civic Center to USC Orange County Center?

    The ride from Main-Civic Center to USC Orange County Center costs $2.00.

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