The cheapest and fastest trains from Glendale, CA to Irvine, CA
Cheapest price
$17
Average price
$17
Fastest journey
1 h 19 m
Average duration
1 h 23 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
66 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glendale, 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 Glendale, CA to Irvine, CA will cost around $17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
It's difficult to get from Glendale, CA to Irvine, CA without transferring at least once.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Glendale, CA to Irvine, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glendale, CA to Irvine, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €14, and a bus costs an average of €51.
Distance: 41 miles (66 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€20 Average price Cheapest | €51 Average price |
2h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 42m Average total duration 3h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glendale, CA to Irvine, CA
Trains from Glendale, CA to Irvine, CA run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:49, the last at 21:36. The fastest train covers the 41 miles (66 km) distance in 1h 19m.
Distance 41 miles (66 km) |
Average train duration 1h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€14) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 19m |
First train 05:49 |
Last train 21:36 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Metrolink Trains from Glendale, CA to Irvine, CA trainsAmtrak, Metrolink Trains trains will get you between Glendale, CA and Irvine, CA from $17 (€14). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Glendale, CA to Irvine, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glendale, CA to Irvine, CA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Irvine, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Glendale, CA to Irvine, CA
- Yoshinoya
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 7 days a week with multiple lots around the station.
- Del Frisco's Grille
- The Cheesecake Factory
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- Marriott Irvine Spectrum
- Courtyard by Marriott Irvine Spectrum
- DoubleTree by Hilton Irvine Spectrum
- Located in the main hall
- 54 places, covered
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Metrolink and Amtrak
- Bus: Several lines available
- Shuttle: Local shuttle services
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