How much is the train ticket from San Diego to Irvine?

The cheapest train tickets from San Diego to Irvine start at $40. The average price for this train route is around $40. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from San Diego to Irvine?

The average train trip from San Diego to Irvine takes 1h 41m and covers 118 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 38m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the San Diego to Irvine route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 22 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from San Diego to Irvine?

The earliest train from San Diego to Irvine departs at 4:01am. The latest train departs at 9:10pm.

Train San Diego to Irvine from $37 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for San Diego to Irvine on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:10am	Old Town San Diego	1h 38m	9:48am	Irvine Station	CheapestFastest
Train	8:10am	Old Town San Diego	1h 38m	9:48am	Irvine Station	No tags
Train	10:10am	Old Town San Diego	1h 38m	11:48am	Irvine Station	No tags
Train	10:10am	Old Town San Diego	1h 38m	11:48am	Irvine Station	No tags
Train	12:10pm	Old Town San Diego	1h 38m	1:48pm	Irvine Station	No tags

Next departures for San Diego to Irvine on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:10am	Old Town San Diego	1h 38m	9:48am	Irvine Station	CheapestFastest
Train	8:10am	Old Town San Diego	1h 38m	9:48am	Irvine Station	No tags
Train	10:10am	Old Town San Diego	1h 38m	11:48am	Irvine Station	No tags
Train	10:10am	Old Town San Diego	1h 38m	11:48am	Irvine Station	No tags
Train	12:10pm	Old Town San Diego	1h 38m	1:48pm	Irvine Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 4:09 PM PST.

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We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Irvine. The journey takes about 1 hour 41 minutes, and with fares starting at just $40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

22train per day

1h 41mAverage Duration

118 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$20 - $20	Average Duration1h 45m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$40 - $42	Average Duration1h 41m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,638 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5638 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 $40

Amtrak San Diego Irvine recent customer reviews

It was a beautiful sunny ride along the coast.🌊. We enjoyed the ride and the service was superior. We were on our way to pick up our new car, so it was great

Dennis M.

January 12, 2024

All the things good

Hongfeng L.

August 8, 2025

US train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Diego, CA, US to Irvine, US by train

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 train ticket from San Diego to Irvine?
The cheapest train tickets from San Diego to Irvine start at $40. The average price for this train route is around $40. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from San Diego to Irvine?
The average train trip from San Diego to Irvine takes 1h 41m and covers 118 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 38m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the San Diego to Irvine route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 22 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from San Diego to Irvine?
The earliest train from San Diego to Irvine departs at 4:01am. The latest train departs at 9:10pm.

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

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$37

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$37

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$37

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$37

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$37

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$37

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$37

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$37

The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Irvine, US was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $37

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

You can expect to pay from $37 to $56 for a train ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Irvine, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $37 which is on 2025-12-12.