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

The cheapest train tickets from Irvine to San Diego start from R 463. The average price for this train route is around R 463. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

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

The average train journey time from Irvine to San Diego is 1h 41m, covering a distance of 118 km. The quickest train can get you there in 40m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Irvine to San Diego route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 23 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Irvine to San Diego departs at 07:12. And the latest train departs at 23:12.

Train Irvine to San Diego from R 428 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Irvine to San Diego on 26 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	13:12	Irvine Station	1h 40m	14:52	Old Town San Diego	Cheapest
Train	23:12	Irvine Station	1h 38m	00:50	Old Town San Diego	Fastest
Train	13:12	Irvine Station	1h 55m	15:07	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Train	16:12	Irvine Station	1h 55m	18:07	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Train	16:12	Irvine Station	1h 55m	18:07	Santa Fe Depot	No tags

Next departures from Irvine to San Diego on 29 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:12	Irvine Station	1h 37m	08:49	Old Town San Diego	CheapestFastest
Train	07:12	Irvine Station	1h 52m	09:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Train	07:12	Irvine Station	1h 52m	09:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Train	08:12	Irvine Station	1h 52m	10:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Train	08:12	Irvine Station	1h 52m	10:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags

Next departures from Irvine to San Diego on 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:12	Irvine Station	1h 37m	08:49	Old Town San Diego	CheapestFastest
Train	07:12	Irvine Station	1h 52m	09:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Train	07:12	Irvine Station	1h 52m	09:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Train	08:12	Irvine Station	1h 52m	10:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Train	08:12	Irvine Station	1h 52m	10:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags

Next departures from Irvine to San Diego on 31 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:12	Irvine Station	1h 37m	08:49	Old Town San Diego	CheapestFastest
Train	07:12	Irvine Station	1h 52m	09:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Train	07:12	Irvine Station	1h 52m	09:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Train	08:12	Irvine Station	1h 52m	10:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Train	08:12	Irvine Station	1h 52m	10:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags

Next departures from Irvine to San Diego on 1 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:12	Irvine Station	1h 37m	08:49	Old Town San Diego	CheapestFastest
Train	07:12	Irvine Station	1h 52m	09:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Train	07:12	Irvine Station	1h 52m	09:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Train	08:12	Irvine Station	1h 52m	10:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Train	08:12	Irvine Station	1h 52m	10:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags

Next departures from Irvine to San Diego on 2 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:12	Irvine Station	1h 37m	08:49	Old Town San Diego	CheapestFastest
Train	07:12	Irvine Station	1h 52m	09:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Train	07:12	Irvine Station	1h 52m	09:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Train	08:12	Irvine Station	1h 52m	10:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
Train	08:12	Irvine Station	1h 52m	10:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:12 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Irvine to San Diego

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 1 hour 41 minutes and with fares starting at just R 463, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

23train per day

1h 41mAverage duration

118 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 463 - R 480	Average duration2h	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 463 - R 480	Average duration1h 41m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 750 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5750 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 Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 463

Amtrak Irvine San Diego recent customer reviews

Delayed an hour after a very long weekend

Molly F.

3 August 2025

It was fast and comfortable

Karen B.

16 October 2023

I had to wait 3 hours bc the bus was late 😄

Nathaniel P.

23 May 2023

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

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

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

How much is the train ticket from Irvine to San Diego?
The cheapest train tickets from Irvine to San Diego start from R 463. The average price for this train route is around R 463. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Irvine to San Diego?
The average train journey time from Irvine to San Diego is 1h 41m, covering a distance of 118 km. The quickest train can get you there in 40m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Irvine to San Diego route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 23 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Irvine to San Diego?
The earliest train from Irvine to San Diego departs at 07:12. And the latest train departs at 23:12.

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The cheapest trip from Irvine, US to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on 26 Jan 2026 with a price of R 428

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

You can expect to pay from R 428 to R 641 for a train ticket from Irvine, US to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 428, which is on 2026-01-27.