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Compare train and bus for Irvine, CA to San Bernardino, CA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Irvine, CA to San Bernardino, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, and a train costs an average of $33.
Distance: 42 miles (69 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$16 Average price Cheapest | $33 Average price | $11 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 34m Average total duration 3h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Irvine, CA to San Bernardino, CA:
A bus is $17 (€14) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Irvine, CA to San Bernardino, CA costing on average $33 (€27).
Other travel options to San Bernardino, CA take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 4m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Irvine, CA to San Bernardino, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 09:05AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 09:05AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 04:05PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Live departures
Irvine, CA to San Bernardino, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Irvine, CA to San Bernardino, CA buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 7:45 AM Anaheim, Regional Transportation Intermodal Center (ARTIC) | 1h20 | 9:05 AM San Bernardino, Depot, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:05 AM Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station) | 1h00 | 9:05 AM San Bernardino, Depot, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
 FlixBus | 10:20 AM Anaheim, Regional Transportation Intermodal Center (ARTIC) | 3h00 | 1:20 PM San Bernardino, W Rialto Ave / N E St, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Irvine, CA to San Bernardino, CA
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Buses from Irvine, CA to San Bernardino, CA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 10:30, the last at 22:00. The fastest bus covers the 42 miles (69 km) distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 42 miles (69 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 1h 20m |
First bus 10:30 AM |
Last bus 10:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
FAQs: Bus from Irvine, CA to San Bernardino, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Irvine, CA to San Bernardino, CA by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at San Bernardino, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular bus stations from Irvine, CA to San Bernardino, CA
Most Irvine, CA to San Bernardino, CA buses use the Anaheim, Regional Transportation Intermodal Center (ARTIC) to San Bernardino, W Rialto Ave / N E St station pair. Use this guide to compare Irvine, CA and San Bernardino, CA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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