When moving to a new place, we are always troubled with how to get to places on time. Normally, we don’t know all the available options and which would be suitable and affordable for us. This blog post is all about the available public transportation options here in Orange County. Read on to also know about how to travel affordably to nearby cities and places!
First and foremost, check out UCI Transportation and Distribution Services website, there are tons of resources here. Travelling in Orange County by bus is one of the best public transportation option available. Luckily, all UCI students can avail the University Pass which is a joint program between Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) and UCI. It gives you unlimited access to OC Bus System, and you can travel anywhere in Orange County in OCTA buses anytime and as many times you want. One of the best commute options to travel to and from UCI Campus. You can get the yearly pass from UCI Transportation Office at 169$. More details can be found here. There are routes that can take you to popular train stations and beaches as well!
UCI also has its own bus system which is run by fellow anteaters, called the Anteater Express! The M line, which travels around the campus, is free to use by all UCI students. You can buy quarterly unlimited pass for other routes here. I’m proud to say that more and more fully electric buses are joining the fleet of Anteater Express! Check out their Facebook page.
Orange County is very bike friendly. The weather remains suitable throughout the year, and cycling is healthy and environment friendly too! UCI conducts a bike fair every month where you can get good affordable bikes. There is a dedicated bike shop at UCI as well. More details can be found at the website. There are several carpool and vanpool options too. Uber, Lyft and Waze are also convenient options when you have to reach somewhere fast, without the hassle of parking.
Last, but not the least, Orange County is connected to other cities by rail and air. John Wayne airport is quite near to the UCI campus, and UCI Transportation provides shuttle services to John Wayne airport and even the Los Angeles airport during break period. Orange County also has Metrolink train station in Tustin which connects to Los Angeles. Amtrak train station in Irvine is the convenient option to go to San Diego!
There are a lot of places to explore in Orange County, and thankfully, lot of options for public transportation. So, keep travelling and exploring!
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Prajal TrivediHome Country: IndiaDonald Bren School of Informatics and Computer Sciences
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