The cheapest and fastest trains from Irvine, CA to San Francisco, CA
Cheapest price
$71
Average price
$109
Fastest journey
12 h 8 m
Average duration
13 h 8 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
617 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Irvine, CA to San Francisco, 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 San Francisco, CA will cost around $109 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $71.
It's difficult to get from Irvine, CA to San Francisco, CA without transferring at least once.
765 Pacific Surfliner · 4765 AMTRAK7:52 AM12h08Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA8:00 PMSan Francisco, CA$711One-way1 transfer
769 Pacific Surfliner · 5719 AMTRAK · 719 Gold Runner · 6619 AMTRAK9:52 AM12h38Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA10:30 PMSan Francisco, CA$1151One-way3 transfers
765 Pacific Surfliner · 14 Coast Starlight · 6619 AMTRAK7:52 AM14h38Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA10:30 PMSan Francisco, CA$1411One-way2 transfers
765 Pacific Surfliner · 4765 AMTRAK7:52 AM12h08Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA8:00 PMSan Francisco, CA$711One-way1 transfer
769 Pacific Surfliner · 5719 AMTRAK · 719 Gold Runner · 6619 AMTRAK9:52 AM12h38Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA10:30 PMSan Francisco, CA$1151One-way3 transfers
765 Pacific Surfliner · 14 Coast Starlight · 6619 AMTRAK7:52 AM14h38Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA10:30 PMSan Francisco, CA$1411One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Irvine, CA to San Francisco, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Irvine, CA to San Francisco, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $63. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $63, and a flight costs an average of $121.
Distance: 383 miles (617 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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$77 Average price Cheapest | $323 Average price | $91 Average price |
12h 8m Average total duration 11h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 44m Average total duration 10h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Irvine, CA to San Francisco, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Irvine, CA to San Francisco, CA trains for today, Thursday, April 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:55 AM Irvine, CA | 11h00 | 6:55 PM San Francisco, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:49 PM Irvine, CA | 12h36 | 2:25 AM San Francisco, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:52 PM Irvine, CA | 12h08 | 4:00 AM San Francisco, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Irvine, CA to San Francisco, CA
Trains from Irvine, CA to San Francisco, CA run on average 9 times per day, taking around 11h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $63 (€50) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:35, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 383 miles (617 km) distance in 11h 0m.
Distance 383 miles (617 km) |
Average train duration 11h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $63 (€50) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 11h 0m |
First train 4:35 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Amtrak from Irvine, CA to San Francisco, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Irvine, CA and San Francisco, CA from $63 (€50). 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 San Francisco, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Irvine, CA to San Francisco, 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 San Francisco, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Irvine, CA to San Francisco, 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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