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Irvine, CA to San Francisco, CA train

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Cheap train tickets from Irvine, CA to San Francisco, CA

Showing times and prices for Dec 04

Cheapest

$68

Average

$68

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.

12:49PM12h11

Irvine, CA

01:00AMSan Francisco, CA

$681One-way

0 transfers

Irvine, CA to San Francisco, CA train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, December 4

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers	Tickets
Amtrak	12:49PM Irvine, CA	12h11	01:00AM San Francisco, CA	0 transfersDirect
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Fastest train times from Irvine, CA to San Francisco, CA

Showing times and prices for Dec 04

Fastest Journey

12 h 11 m

Average

12 h 11 m

Trains per day

Distance

617 km

Of the 1 trains that leave Irvine, CA for San Francisco, CA every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Dec 04 the direct trains cover the 617 km distance in an average of 12 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 h 11 m .

The slowest trains will take 12 h 11 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.

12:49PM12h11

Irvine, CA

01:00AMSan Francisco, CA

$681One-way

0 transfers

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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 6 times per day, taking around 12h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $63 (€56) but you can travel from only $45 (€40) 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 $45 (€40)

Distance

382 miles (616 km)

Average train duration

12h 10m

Cheapest ticket price

$63 (€56)

Trains per day

Train providers

Fastest train

11h 35m

First train

04:25

Last train

23:10

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $45 (€40)

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

Amtrak trains will get you between Irvine, CA and San Francisco, CA from $65 (€58). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Amtrak is the main train company in the United States and operates medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 American states and 3 Canadian provinces. With over 300 Amtrak trains running daily, you can travel by train across America and explore destinations near and far. Take the Acela train for high-speed services connecting popular cities in the Northeast, the Coast Starlight to travel up and down the stunning West Coast or the Empire Builder to travel from Chicago to the Midwest and the Pacific Northwest among others. Amtrak offers different class options to suit any traveler’s budget with classes like Coach, Business, First and the Sleeper Class, where you can book a Roomette, Bedroom, and Bedroom suite among others for night travel. When you book your train journey to San Francisco, CA from Irvine, CA, you can choose between ticket types like Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium.

Amtrak from Irvine, CA to San Francisco, CA train information:

Average Duration: 11 h 41 min
Cheapest Price: $65

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

FAQs: Travel by train from Irvine, CA to San Francisco, 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 Francisco, CA.

Cheap train tickets from Irvine, CA to San Francisco, CA can start from as little as $63 (€56) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Irvine, CA to San Francisco, CA is $70 (€62); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Irvine, CA to San Francisco, CA is 11 h 35 min to travel the 382 mile (616 km) long route, with around there are 6 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Irvine, CA to San Francisco, CA leaves at 4: 25 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Irvine, CA to San Francisco, CA leaves at 11: 10 PM.

There are 6 trains a day from Irvine, CA to San Francisco, CA which require at least one change with Amtrak. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the trip from Irvine, CA to San Francisco, CA you can take a train with Amtrak. Be sure to check out all possible train providers that offer services from Irvine, CA to San Francisco, CA on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 10 PM.

The cheapest month for a train from Irvine, CA to San Francisco, CA is April.

You have options as you can travel to San Francisco, CA from Irvine, CA 3 different ways: bus, train or flight.