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Jack and Shanaz Langson Institute and Museum of California Art
Orange County’s leading contemporary art museum, presenting rotating exhibitions and acclaimed modern artists near UC Irvine.
Cheapest price
$13
Average price
$13
Fastest journey
30 m
Average duration
30 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
24 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Fullerton, CA to Irvine, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Fullerton, CA to Irvine, CA will cost around $13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.
Of the 1 trains that leave Fullerton, CA for Irvine, CA on Wed, Aug 05, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct trains cover the 24 km distance in an average of 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 30 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Trains from Fullerton, CA to Irvine, CA run on average 12 times per day, taking around 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 if you book in advance.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:49, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 14 miles (24 km) distance in 30m.
Distance 14 miles (24 km) |
Average train duration 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 30m |
First train 5:49 AM |
Last train 11:49 PM |
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Best time to book 3 days |
The table below shows live departures for Fullerton, CA to Irvine, CA trains for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:41 PM Fullerton, CA | 0h30 | 11:11 PM Irvine, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Orange County’s leading contemporary art museum, presenting rotating exhibitions and acclaimed modern artists near UC Irvine.
University art museum featuring exhibitions of contemporary and historical works, with thought-provoking programs and free admission.
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Major civic park with trails, sports areas, art spaces, and the iconic balloon, popular with both visitors and locals.
Lakeside shopping and entertainment district with landscaped plazas and a lively pedestrian setting day and night.
Circular park at the heart of UC Irvine with mature trees and paths, ideal for walking, picnics, and campus atmosphere.
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California rolls were popularized in Southern California sushi culture. Crab, avocado, and cucumber make them approachable and iconic to the region’s Japanese influence.
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Highly regarded Taiwanese bakery café famous for sea salt coffee, breads, and desserts. Casual, busy, and representative of Irvine’s café culture.
Irvine is pricier than many US cities, with higher hotel and dining costs. Transit is limited, so visitors often need taxis or rental cars, raising daily spend.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, 15-20% for taxis and rideshares, and $1-2 per drink or coffee is appreciated.
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Most Fullerton, CA to Irvine, CA trains use the Fullerton Station to Irvine Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Fullerton, CA and Irvine, CA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Fullerton Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: The Old Spaghetti Factory, Heroes Bar & Grill
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Fullerton Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Fullerton Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Fullerton Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Fullerton Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Fullerton Station.
Nearby hotels include Fullerton Marriott at California State University, The Hotel Fullerton Anaheim, Holiday Inn Express Fullerton.
Irvine Station is 8 km from Irvine city centre. Public transport options include:
Irvine Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Del Frisco's Grille, The Cheesecake Factory
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Irvine Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Irvine Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Irvine Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Irvine Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Irvine Station: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Marriott Irvine Spectrum, Courtyard by Marriott Irvine Spectrum, DoubleTree by Hilton Irvine Spectrum.
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