Trains tickets from San Diego (CA), US to Irvine, US

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Fri18 Apr
from US$26
Sat19 Apr
Sun20 Apr
from US$26
Mon21 Apr
Tue22 Apr
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Fri25 Apr

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 20 April at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: Old Town San Diego
    Arrival time: 20 April at
    Destination city: Irvine
    Destination location: Irvine Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 20 April at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: Old Town San Diego
    Arrival time: 20 April at
    Destination city: Irvine
    Destination location: Irvine Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 20 April at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: Old Town San Diego
    Arrival time: 20 April at
    Destination city: Irvine
    Destination location: Irvine Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 20 April at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: Old Town San Diego
    Arrival time: 20 April at
    Destination city: Irvine
    Destination location: Irvine Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 20 April at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: Old Town San Diego
    Arrival time: 20 April at
    Destination city: Irvine
    Destination location: Irvine Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Train San Diego to Irvine: Trip Overview

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Average ticket priceUS$29
Average train trip duration1h 41m
Number of daily trains19
Earliest train departure04:01
Distance70 miles
Latest train departure21:10

San Diego to Irvine Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip San Diego - Irvine

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from San Diego to Irvine cost?

    The average train ticket price from San Diego to Irvine is US$29. The best way to find cheap train tickets from San Diego to Irvine is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from San Diego to Irvine?

    A train trip between San Diego and Irvine is around 1h 41m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 38m. This is the time it takes to travel the 79 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between San Diego and Irvine?

    The number of trains from San Diego to Irvine can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 19. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from San Diego to Irvine by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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14/04
US$26
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US$26
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US$26
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US$26
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US$26
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US$26
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Diego to Irvine was searched and found on 14 Apr 2025 with a price of US$26

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

You can expect to pay from US$26 to US$39 for a train ticket from San Diego to Irvine based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$26, which is on 2025-04-17.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between San Diego and Irvine is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Irvine.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Irvine you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between San Diego and Irvine, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from San Diego to Irvine while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60m under the Great Wall of China!

What's the cheapest way to go from San Diego to Irvine?

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between San Diego and Irvine is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost US$29 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from US$29. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Irvine, choose the train, as it will take you from San Diego to Irvine in about 1h 41m – that's the fastest way to get there!

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