How much is the bus ticket from Los Angeles to Irvine?

The cheapest bus tickets from Los Angeles to Irvine start from $22. The average price for this route is around $22. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Los Angeles to Irvine?

The average bus travel time from Los Angeles to Irvine is 3h 55m, covering a distance of 81 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 55m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Los Angeles to Irvine route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Los Angeles to Irvine?

The earliest bus departs from Los Angeles to Irvine at 11:30pm. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Los Angeles to Irvine?

A bus trip from Los Angeles to Irvine generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus Los Angeles to Irvine from $19 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Los Angeles to Irvine on November 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	11:30pm	UCLA	4h 20m	3:50am	Irvine Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Los Angeles to Irvine on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	11:55pm	UCLA	3h 55m	3:50am	Irvine Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Los Angeles to Irvine on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	11:55pm	UCLA	3h 55m	3:50am	Irvine Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Los Angeles to Irvine on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	11:55pm	UCLA	3h 55m	3:50am	Irvine Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Los Angeles to Irvine on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	11:55pm	UCLA	3h 55m	3:50am	Irvine Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Los Angeles to Irvine on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	11:55pm	UCLA	3h 55m	3:50am	Irvine Station	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:49 PM PST.

Compare 3 ways to go from Los Angeles to Irvine

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Irvine. The journey takes about 3 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

3h 55mAverage Duration

81 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$22 - $28	Average Duration3h 55m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$31 - $205	Average Duration1h 1m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average Price$60 - $60	Average Duration1h 30m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,608 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5608 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $22

Amtrak Los Angeles Irvine recent customer reviews

Enjoyed everything :)

Raymond A.

January 24, 2024

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Los Angeles, US to Irvine, US by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Los Angeles to Irvine?
The cheapest bus tickets from Los Angeles to Irvine start from $22. The average price for this route is around $22. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Los Angeles to Irvine?
The average bus travel time from Los Angeles to Irvine is 3h 55m, covering a distance of 81 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 55m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Los Angeles to Irvine route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Los Angeles to Irvine?
The earliest bus departs from Los Angeles to Irvine at 11:30pm. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Los Angeles to Irvine?
A bus trip from Los Angeles to Irvine generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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$25

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$19

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$25

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$19

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$19

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$19

The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Irvine, US was searched and found on Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $19

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Los Angeles, US to Irvine, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $19 to $25 for a bus ticket from Los Angeles, US to Irvine, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $19 which is on 2025-11-30.