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Cheapest price
$8
Average price
$8
Fastest journey
14 m
Average duration
14 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
24 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Juan Capistrano, CA to Irvine, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from San Juan Capistrano, CA to Irvine, CA will cost around $8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $8.
Of the 1 trains that leave San Juan Capistrano, CA for Irvine, CA on Thu, Jul 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 23 the direct trains cover the 24 km distance in an average of 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 14 m .
On Thu, Jul 23 the slowest trains will take 14 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Juan Capistrano, CA to Irvine, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $8, and a train costs an average of $8.
Distance: 14 miles (24 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$8 Average price Cheapest | $4 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
44m Average total duration Fastest 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 7m sooner (14m by train vs 21m by car). Tickets start at around $8 (€8) compared to roughly $4 (€4) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Amtrak, Metrolink Trains.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for San Juan Capistrano, CA to Irvine, CA trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, July 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:37 AM San Juan Capistrano, CA | 0h14 | 12:51 AM Irvine, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from San Juan Capistrano, CA to Irvine, CA run on average 11 times per day, taking around 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $8 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:34, the last at 23:12. The fastest train covers the 14 miles (24 km) distance in 14m.
Distance 14 miles (24 km) |
Average train duration 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€8) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 14m |
First train 5:34 AM |
Last train 11:12 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 2 days |
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Orange County’s leading contemporary art museum, presenting rotating exhibitions and acclaimed modern artists near UC Irvine.
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Circular park at the heart of UC Irvine with mature trees and paths, ideal for walking, picnics, and campus atmosphere.
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Highly regarded Taiwanese bakery café famous for sea salt coffee, breads, and desserts. Casual, busy, and representative of Irvine’s café culture.
Irvine is pricier than many US cities, with higher hotel and dining costs. Transit is limited, so visitors often need taxis or rental cars, raising daily spend.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, 15-20% for taxis and rideshares, and $1-2 per drink or coffee is appreciated.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Juan Capistrano, CA to Irvine, 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 Irvine, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most San Juan Capistrano, CA to Irvine, CA trains use the San Juan Capistrano Station to Irvine Station station pair. Use this guide to compare San Juan Capistrano, CA and Irvine, CA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
San Juan Capistrano Station has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Cedar Creek Inn, El Adobe de Capistrano
Ticket office support is available at San Juan Capistrano Station. Information desks are located in the main waiting area.
Luggage storage is available at San Juan Capistrano Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at San Juan Capistrano Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at San Juan Capistrano Station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at San Juan Capistrano Station: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Best Western Capistrano Inn, Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano, Autograph Collection, Residence Inn by Marriott Dana Point San Juan Capistrano.
Irvine Station is 8 km from Irvine city centre. Public transport options include:
Irvine Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Del Frisco's Grille, The Cheesecake Factory
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Irvine Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Irvine Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Irvine Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Irvine Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Irvine Station: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Marriott Irvine Spectrum, Courtyard by Marriott Irvine Spectrum, DoubleTree by Hilton Irvine Spectrum.
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