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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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Last refresh of the prices: 12/01/2025 PST.
Compare 2 ways to travel from Irvine to San Jose
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Jose. The journey takes about 15 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 668, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5630 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 1 686
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Irvine, US to San Jose, 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 Jose?
The cheapest train tickets from Irvine to San Jose start from R 1 686. The average price for this train route is around R 2 662. 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 Jose?
The average train journey time from Irvine to San Jose is 11h 57m, covering a distance of 556 km. The quickest train can get you there in 10h 31m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Irvine to San Jose route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Irvine to San Jose?
The earliest train from Irvine to San Jose departs at 07:49. And the latest train departs at 07:49.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Irvine, US to San Jose, US was searched and found on 08 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 608To 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 Jose, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 608 to R 5 558 for a train ticket from Irvine, US to San Jose, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 888, which is on 2025-12-09.
