Train from San Diego, CA, US to Irvine, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from San Diego to Irvine on 29 January
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Old Town San Diego
Irvine StationCheapestFastest
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Old Town San Diego
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Old Town San Diego
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Old Town San Diego
Irvine StationNo tags
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Old Town San Diego
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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Diego to Irvine

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 €25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

22train per day
1h 41mAverage duration
118 kmDistance
11kgCO₂ emissions
Average price€26 - €26Average duration2h 30m
3kg CO₂e
Average price€25 - €26Average duration1h 41m
11kg CO₂e

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

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

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from San Diego to Irvine?

    The cheapest train tickets from San Diego to Irvine start from €25. The average price for this train route is around €25. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from San Diego to Irvine?

    The average train journey time from San Diego to Irvine is 1h 41m, covering a distance of 118 km. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 38m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the San Diego to Irvine route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 22 trains available per day.

  4. 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 04:01. And the latest train departs at 21:10.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Irvine, US was searched and found on 21 Jan 2026 with a price of €23

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 €23 to €35 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 €23, which is on 2026-01-25.

What's the cheapest way to go from San Diego, CA, US to Irvine, US?

busbud logoThe Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between San Diego, CA, US and Irvine, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost €25 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from €25. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Irvine, US, choose the train, as it will take you from San Diego, CA, US to Irvine, US in about 1h 41m – that's the fastest way to get there!

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