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Irvine, CA to San Diego, CA train

Wed, Dec 04
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Cheap train tickets from Irvine, CA to San Diego, CA

Showing times and prices for Dec 04

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Irvine, CA to San Diego, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Amtrak
06:12AM1h38
Irvine, CA
07:50AMSan Diego, CA
$281One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak
02:12PM1h38
Irvine, CA
03:50PMSan Diego, CA
$281One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak
06:12PM1h41
Irvine, CA
07:53PMSan Diego, CA
$291One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak
08:12PM1h38
Irvine, CA
09:50PMSan Diego, CA
$291One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak
04:12AM1h36
Irvine, CA
05:48AMSan Diego, CA
$291One-way
0 transfers

Irvine, CA to San Diego, CA train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, December 4
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
Amtrak06:12AM Irvine, CA1h38 07:50AM San Diego, CA0 transfersDirect
Amtrak02:12PM Irvine, CA1h38 03:50PM San Diego, CA0 transfersDirect
Amtrak04:12AM Irvine, CA1h36 05:48AM San Diego, CA0 transfersDirect
Amtrak06:12PM Irvine, CA1h41 07:53PM San Diego, CA0 transfersDirect
Amtrak11:12PM Irvine, CA1h38 12:50AM San Diego, CA0 transfersDirect

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Fastest train times from Irvine, CA to San Diego, CA

Showing times and prices for Dec 04

Fastest Journey

1 h 36 m

Average

1 h 38 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

123 km

Of the 6 trains that leave Irvine, CA for San Diego, CA every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Amtrak
04:12AM1h36
Irvine, CA
05:48AMSan Diego, CA
$291One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak
06:12AM1h38
Irvine, CA
07:50AMSan Diego, CA
$281One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak
02:12PM1h38
Irvine, CA
03:50PMSan Diego, CA
$281One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak
11:12PM1h38
Irvine, CA
12:50AMSan Diego, CA
$291One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak
08:12PM1h38
Irvine, CA
09:50PMSan Diego, CA
$291One-way
0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Irvine, CA to San Diego, CA

Trains from Irvine, CA to San Diego, CA run on average 17 times per day, taking around 1h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $28 (€25) but you can travel from only $21 (€19) by bus.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $21 (€19)
Distance
75 miles (122 km)
Average train duration
1h 39m
Cheapest ticket price
$28 (€25)
Trains per day
17
Direct trains
16
Train providers
1
Fastest train
1h 29m
First train
03:50
Last train
23:12
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $21 (€19)

Train providers: Amtrak from Irvine, CA to San Diego, CA trains

Travel from Irvine, CA to San Diego, CA from $20 (€18) with Omio’s train partners Amtrak! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most affordable journey for you.

Amtrak is a passenger train service based in the United States. It operates more than 300 trains daily including trains to San Diego, CA from Irvine, CA, connecting more than 500 destinations in 46 states and three Canadian provinces. Amtrak offers a variety of train types, including the Acela Express, Northeast Regional, Keystone Service, and the Auto Train. The Acela Express is the fastest train, reaching speeds of up to 150 mph. The Northeast Regional is the most popular, offering frequent service between major cities in the Northeast. The Keystone Service is a regional service connecting Philadelphia and Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The Auto Train is a unique service that allows passengers to transport their cars along with them. Amtrak offers a variety of ticket types, including Saver, Value, Flexible, and Business Class. Saver tickets are the most affordable, while Business Class tickets offer the most amenities, such as complimentary meals and access to the Amtrak Metropolitan Lounge. Onboard facilities vary by train type, but all Amtrak trains offer comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, and power outlets. The most popular routes for Amtrak include the Northeast Corridor, which runs between Washington, D. C. And Boston, and the Pacific Surfliner, which runs between San Diego and San Luis Obispo, California. Other popular routes include the Capitol Corridor, which runs between San Jose and Sacramento, California, and the Empire Builder, which runs between Chicago and Seattle.

Irvine, CA to San Diego, CA train information with Amtrak:

  • Average Duration: 1 h 36 min
  • Cheapest Price: $20

FAQs: Trains from Irvine, CA to San Diego, CA

FAQs: Travel by train from Irvine, CA to San Diego, CA easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Irvine, CA to San Diego, CA.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Irvine, CA to San Diego, CA can start from as little as $28 (€25) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Irvine, CA to San Diego, CA is $28 (€25); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Irvine, CA to San Diego, CA train travel time is 1 h 29 min   for the 76 mile (122 km) long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Irvine, CA to San Diego, CA leaves at 3: 50 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Irvine, CA to San Diego, CA leaves at 11: 12 PM.
There are 17 trains a day from Irvine, CA to San Diego, CA which require at least one change with Amtrak. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Take the Irvine, CA to San Diego, CA train with Amtrak. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the journey to San Diego, CA from Irvine, CA as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 12 PM.
A day trip to San Diego, CA from Irvine, CA is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 29 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Irvine, CA to San Diego, CA by train is February.
You have options as you can travel to San Diego, CA from Irvine, CA 2 different ways: bus or train.

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