The cheapest and fastest trains from Irvine, CA to Encinitas, CA
Cheapest price
$22
Average price
$22
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 10 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
86 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Irvine, CA to Encinitas, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Irvine, CA to Encinitas, CA will cost around $22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
Of the 1 trains that leave Irvine, CA for Encinitas, CA on Sun, Jun 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 86 km distance in an average of 1 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 1 h 10 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.
8:12 PM1h10Irvine, CA9:22 PMEncinitas, CA$221One-way0 transfers
8:12 PM1h10Irvine, CA9:22 PMEncinitas, CA$221One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Irvine, CA to Encinitas, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Irvine, CA to Encinitas, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $22, and a bus costs an average of $45.
Distance: 53 miles (86 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$22 Average price Cheapest | $46 Average price | $12 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 44m Average total duration 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Irvine, CA to Encinitas, CA:
A train is $24 (€20) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Irvine, CA to Encinitas, CA costing on average $46 (€38).
Other travel options to Encinitas, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 14m.
Tickets start at around $22 (€18) compared to roughly $12 (€10) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-9.97 (€-8.16). The journey takes 1h 9m versus 1h 2m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Irvine, CA to Encinitas, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Irvine, CA to Encinitas, CA trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:12 PM Irvine, CA | 1h10 | 8:22 PM Encinitas, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Irvine, CA to Encinitas, CA
Trains from Irvine, CA to Encinitas, CA run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) if you book in advance.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 23:12. The fastest train covers the 53 miles (86 km) distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 53 miles (86 km) |
Average train duration 1h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 1h 10m |
First train 4:40 AM |
Last train 11:12 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: Amtrak from Irvine, CA to Encinitas, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Irvine, CA and Encinitas, CA from $22 (€18). 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 Irvine, CA to Encinitas, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Irvine, CA to Encinitas, 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 Encinitas, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Irvine, CA to Encinitas, CA
- 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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