The cheapest and fastest trains from Irvine, CA to Oakland, CA
Cheapest price
$67
Average price
$124
Fastest journey
11 h 18 m
Average duration
11 h 50 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
610 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Irvine, CA to Oakland, 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 Oakland, CA will cost around $124 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $67.
It's difficult to get from Irvine, CA to Oakland, CA without transferring at least once.
765 Pacific Surfliner · 4765 AMTRAK7:52 AM12h43Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA8:35 PMOakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA$671One-way1 transfer
5811 AMTRAK · 711 Gold Runner11:55 PM11h18Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA11:13 AMOakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA$921One-way1 transfer
761 Pacific Surfliner · 5815 AMTRAK · 715 Gold Runner5:49 AM11h25Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA5:14 PMOakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA$1071One-way2 transfers
765 Pacific Surfliner · 5817 AMTRAK · 717 Gold Runner7:52 AM12h31Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA8:23 PMOakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA$1071One-way2 transfers
765 Pacific Surfliner · 5717 AMTRAK · 717 Gold Runner7:52 AM12h31Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA8:23 PMOakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA$1071One-way2 transfers
5811 AMTRAK · 711 Gold Runner11:55 PM11h18Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA11:13 AMOakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA$921One-way1 transfer
761 Pacific Surfliner · 5815 AMTRAK · 715 Gold Runner5:49 AM11h25Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA5:14 PMOakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA$1071One-way2 transfers
761 Pacific Surfliner · 5715 AMTRAK · 715 Gold Runner5:49 AM11h25Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA5:14 PMOakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA$1071One-way2 transfers
765 Pacific Surfliner · 5817 AMTRAK · 717 Gold Runner7:52 AM12h31Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA8:23 PMOakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA$1071One-way2 transfers
765 Pacific Surfliner · 5717 AMTRAK · 717 Gold Runner7:52 AM12h31Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA8:23 PMOakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA$1071One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Irvine, CA to Oakland, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Irvine, CA to Oakland, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $65. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $65, and a flight costs an average of $225.
Distance: 379 miles (610 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$71 Average price Cheapest | $627 Average price | $71 Average price |
12h 35m Average total duration 12h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 53m Average total duration 12h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Irvine, CA to Oakland, CA:
A train is $0.34 (€0.28) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Irvine, CA to Oakland, CA costing on average $71 (€58).
A train is $556 (€453) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Irvine, CA to Oakland, CA costing on average $627 (€511).
Other travel options to Oakland, CA take longer:
Train takes on average 12h 5m.
Bus takes on average 12h 23m.
Live departures
Irvine, CA to Oakland, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Irvine, CA to Oakland, CA trains for today, Saturday, June 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:28 PM Irvine, CA | 26h38 | 9:06 PM Oakland, CA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Irvine, CA to Oakland, CA
Trains from Irvine, CA to Oakland, CA run on average 14 times per day, taking around 12h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $65 (€53) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 379 miles (610 km) distance in 11h 18m.
Distance 379 miles (610 km) |
Average train duration 12h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $65 (€53) |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 11h 18m |
First train 4:25 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: Amtrak, Metrolink Trains from Irvine, CA to Oakland, CA trainsAmtrak, Metrolink Trains trains will get you between Irvine, CA and Oakland, CA from $65 (€53). 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 Oakland, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Irvine, CA to Oakland, 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 Oakland, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Irvine, CA to Oakland, 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby, with several public parking lots in the vicinity.
- Yoshi's Oakland
- Scott's Seafood Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- Waterfront Hotel
- Z Hotel Jack London Square
- Executive Inn & Suites
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak services
- Bus: AC Transit lines 12, 72, 72M
- Ferry: San Francisco Bay Ferry
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