Train from San Jose, US to Irvine, US: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from San Jose to Irvine on 4 December
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Amtrak
Diridon Station
Irvine StationCheapestFastest
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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Jose to Irvine

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Irvine. The journey takes about 12 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just £74, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
12h 55mAverage duration
345 milesDistance
14kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£74 - £78Average duration12h 55m
14kg CO₂e
Average price£78 - £332Average duration12h 45m
51kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Jose, 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 Jose to Irvine?

    The cheapest train tickets from San Jose to Irvine start from £78. The average price for this train route is around £132. 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 Jose to Irvine?

    The average train journey time from San Jose to Irvine is 12h 45m, covering a distance of 345 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 12h 15m and is operated by Amtrak.

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

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

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from San Jose to Irvine?

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

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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 Jose, US to Irvine, US was searched and found on 1 Dec 2025 with a price of £70

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 £70 to £560 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 £70, which is on 2025-12-04.

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