The cheapest and fastest trains from Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA to Old Town Station, San Diego, CA
Cheapest price
$30
Average price
$30
Fastest journey
1 h 38 m
Average duration
1 h 38 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
112 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA to Old Town Station, San Diego, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA to Old Town Station, San Diego, CA will cost around $30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $30.
Of the 1 trains that leave Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA for Old Town Station, San Diego, CA on Mon, Dec 29, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 29 the direct trains cover the 112 km distance in an average of 1 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 38 m .
On Mon, Dec 29 the slowest trains will take 1 h 38 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA to Old Town Station, San Diego, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA to Old Town Station, San Diego, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, and a train costs an average of €64.
Distance: 69 miles (112 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€64 Average price | €28 Average price Cheapest |
2h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 19m Average total duration 1h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA to Old Town Station, San Diego, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA to Old Town Station, San Diego, CA trains for today, Sunday, December 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
562 Pacific Surfliner | 3:12 PM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h38 | 4:50 PM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
564 Pacific Surfliner | 4:12 PM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h38 | 5:50 PM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
566 Pacific Surfliner | 5:12 PM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h41 | 6:53 PM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
572 Pacific Surfliner | 8:12 PM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h41 | 9:53 PM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
774 Pacific Surfliner | 9:12 PM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h38 | 10:50 PM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
580 Pacific Surfliner | 12:12 AM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h38 | 1:50 AM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
582 Pacific Surfliner | 1:09 AM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h41 | 2:50 AM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
784 Pacific Surfliner | 2:12 AM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h38 | 3:50 AM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
586 Pacific Surfliner | 3:12 AM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h38 | 4:50 AM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
790 Pacific Surfliner | 5:12 AM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h36 | 6:48 AM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
794 Pacific Surfliner | 7:12 AM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h38 | 8:50 AM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA to Old Town Station, San Diego, CA
Trains from Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA to Old Town Station, San Diego, CA run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $80 (€64) but you can travel from only $30 (€24) by bus.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:12, the last at 23:12. The fastest train covers the 69 miles (112 km) distance in 1h 36m.
Distance 69 miles (112 km) |
Average train duration 1h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $80 (€64) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 1h 36m |
First train 07:12 |
Last train 23:12 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA to Old Town Station, San Diego, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA and Old Town Station, San Diego, CA from $30 (€24). 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 Transportation Center, Irvine, CA to Old Town Station, San Diego, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA to Old Town Station, San Diego, 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 Old Town Station, San Diego, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA to Old Town Station, San Diego, 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 - 9:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available with several spaces for commuters and visitors.
- Casa Guadalajara
- Old Town Mexican Cafe
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $0.25
- Old Town Inn
- Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Diego Old Town
- Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for Amtrak and Coaster trains
- Hall 2: Trolley connections
- Trolley: Green Line
- Bus: Several lines available including 8, 9, 10, 28, 30, 35, 44, 88, 105, 150, 923, 928
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