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

The cheapest train tickets from San Jose to Irvine start from $93. The average price for this train route is around $170. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

The average train ride duration from San Jose to Irvine is 12h 45m, covering a distance of 345 miles (556 km). The quickest train can get you there in 12h 15m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the San Jose to Irvine route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from San Jose to Irvine?

The earliest train departs from San Jose to Irvine at 10:26am. And the latest train departs at 10:26am.

Train San Jose to Irvine from $84 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for San Jose to Irvine on December 12
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
3:35pm	Diridon Station	12h 25m	4:00am	Irvine Station	CheapestFastest
10:26am	Diridon Station	12h 45m	11:11pm	Irvine Station	No tags
10:26am	Diridon Station	12h 45m	11:11pm	Irvine Station	No tags
10:26am	Diridon Station	12h 45m	11:11pm	Irvine Station	No tags
10:26am	Diridon Station	17h 34m	4:00am	Irvine Station	No tags

Next departures for San Jose to Irvine on December 13
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:26am	Diridon Station	17h 34m	4:00am	Irvine Station	Cheapest
10:26am	Diridon Station	12h 45m	11:11pm	Irvine Station	Fastest
10:26am	Diridon Station	12h 45m	11:11pm	Irvine Station	No tags
10:26am	Diridon Station	12h 45m	11:11pm	Irvine Station	No tags
10:26am	Diridon Station	17h 34m	4:00am	Irvine Station	No tags

Next departures for San Jose to Irvine on December 14
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:26am	Diridon Station	17h 34m	4:00am	Irvine Station	Cheapest
10:26am	Diridon Station	12h 45m	11:11pm	Irvine Station	Fastest
10:26am	Diridon Station	12h 45m	11:11pm	Irvine Station	No tags
10:26am	Diridon Station	12h 45m	11:11pm	Irvine Station	No tags
10:26am	Diridon Station	17h 34m	4:00am	Irvine Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 9:29 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from San Jose to Irvine

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Irvine. The journey takes about 12 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $96, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

12h 55mAverage Duration

345 milesDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$96 - $100	Average Duration12h 55m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$93 - $428	Average Duration12h 45m	CO₂ emissions 51kg 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. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $79

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Jose, 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 Jose to Irvine?
The cheapest train tickets from San Jose to Irvine start from $93. The average price for this train route is around $170. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from San Jose to Irvine?
The average train ride duration from San Jose to Irvine is 12h 45m, covering a distance of 345 miles (556 km). The quickest train can get you there in 12h 15m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the San Jose to Irvine route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from San Jose to Irvine?
The earliest train departs from San Jose to Irvine at 10:26am. And the latest train departs at 10:26am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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12/12

$90

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$133

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$118

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The cheapest trip from San Jose, US to Irvine, US was searched and found on Dec 12, 2025 with a price of $90

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

You can expect to pay from $90 to $278 for a train ticket from San Jose, US to Irvine, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $90 which is on 2025-12-12.