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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Old Town San Diego | Irvine Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Old Town San Diego | Irvine Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Old Town San Diego | Irvine Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Old Town San Diego | Irvine Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Old Town San Diego | Irvine Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego to Irvine
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 $29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5776 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 $29
Amtrak San Diego Irvine recent customer reviews
It was a beautiful sunny ride along the coast.🌊. We enjoyed the ride and the service was superior. We were on our way to pick up our new car, so it was great
Dennis M.
All the things good
Hongfeng L.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Diego, CA, 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 Diego to Irvine?
The cheapest train tickets from San Diego to Irvine start from $29. The average price for this train route is around $29. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
Which train operators service the San Diego to Irvine route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 23 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from San Diego to Irvine?
The earliest train departs from San Diego to Irvine at 4:01am. And the latest train departs at 9:10pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Irvine, US was searched and found on Mar 22, 2026 with a price of $26To 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 $26 to $39 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 $26 which is on 2026-03-25.
What's the cheapest way to go from San Diego, CA, US to Irvine, US?
The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe 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 $29 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $29. 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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