Bus from Irvine, US to Los Angeles, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Irvine to Los Angeles on 12 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakBus
Irvine Station
UCLACheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 8:58 PM PST.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Irvine to Los Angeles

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 1 hour 8 minutes and with fares starting at just R 355, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15train per day
1h 8mAverage duration
65 kmDistance
6kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 254 - R 322Average duration5h 40m
2kg CO₂e
Average priceR 355 - R 441Average duration1h 8m
6kg CO₂e
Shuttle
Average priceR 697 - R 697Average duration1h 45m
2kg CO₂e

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

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

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from Irvine to Los Angeles start at R 254. The average price for this route is around R 254. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Irvine to Los Angeles?

    The average bus journey time from Irvine to Los Angeles is 5h 40m, covering a distance of 81 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5h 40m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which bus companies service the Irvine to Los Angeles route?

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

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Irvine to Los Angeles?

    The earliest bus departs from Irvine to Los Angeles at 23:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.

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

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

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
07/01
R 220
08/01
R 220
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R 220
10/01
R 220
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R 220
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R 220
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R 220
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R 220
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Irvine, US to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on 07 Jan 2026 with a price of R 220

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

You can expect to pay from R 220 to R 220 for a bus ticket from Irvine, US to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 220, which is on 2026-01-10.

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