The cheapest and fastest trains from Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA to Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA
Cheapest price
$23
Average price
$23
Fastest journey
1 h 8 m
Average duration
1 h 9 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
85 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA to Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA to Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA will cost around $23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $23.
Of the 13 trains that leave Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA for Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA on Thu, May 07, 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct trains cover the 85 km distance in an average of 1 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 8 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest trains will take 1 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.
777 Pacific Surfliner12:40 PM1h11Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA1:51 PMIrvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA$231One-way0 transfers
593 Pacific Surfliner8:40 PM1h11Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA9:51 PMIrvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA$231One-way0 transfers
769 Pacific Surfliner8:40 AM1h11Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA9:51 AMIrvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA$231One-way0 transfers
785 Pacific Surfliner4:40 PM1h11Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA5:51 PMIrvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA$231One-way0 transfers
573 Pacific Surfliner10:40 AM1h11Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA11:51 AMIrvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA$231One-way0 transfers
761 Pacific Surfliner4:40 AM1h08Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA5:48 AMIrvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA$231One-way0 transfers
595 Pacific Surfliner9:40 PM1h08Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA10:48 PMIrvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA$231One-way0 transfers
579 Pacific Surfliner1:42 PM1h09Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA2:51 PMIrvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA$231One-way0 transfers
777 Pacific Surfliner12:40 PM1h11Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA1:51 PMIrvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA$231One-way0 transfers
593 Pacific Surfliner8:40 PM1h11Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA9:51 PMIrvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA$231One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA to Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA to Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $22, and a bus costs an average of $23.
Distance: 52 miles (85 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$23 Average price Cheapest | $43 Average price | $13 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 52m Average total duration 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA to Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA:
A train is $21 (€17) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA to Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA costing on average $43 (€35).
Other travel options to Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 22m.
You'll arrive about 1m sooner (1h 10m by train vs 1h 11m by car). Tickets start at around $23 (€18) compared to roughly $13 (€10) 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.
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.
Live departures
Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA to Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA to Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA trains for today, Wednesday, May 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
573 Pacific Surfliner | 10:40 AM Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA | 1h11 | 11:51 AM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
777 Pacific Surfliner | 12:40 PM Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA | 1h11 | 1:51 PM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
579 Pacific Surfliner | 1:42 PM Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA | 1h09 | 2:51 PM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
581 Pacific Surfliner | 2:40 PM Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA | 1h11 | 3:51 PM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
785 Pacific Surfliner | 4:40 PM Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA | 1h11 | 5:51 PM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
587 Pacific Surfliner | 5:40 PM Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA | 1h11 | 6:51 PM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
591 Pacific Surfliner | 7:40 PM Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA | 1h11 | 8:51 PM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
593 Pacific Surfliner | 8:40 PM Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA | 1h11 | 9:51 PM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
595 Pacific Surfliner | 9:40 PM Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA | 1h08 | 10:48 PM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, May 7 | |||||
761 Pacific Surfliner | 4:40 AM Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA | 1h08 | 5:48 AM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
765 Pacific Surfliner | 6:40 AM Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA | 1h11 | 7:51 AM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
567 Pacific Surfliner | 7:40 AM Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA | 1h11 | 8:51 AM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
769 Pacific Surfliner | 8:40 AM Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA | 1h11 | 9:51 AM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA to Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA
Trains from Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA to Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) if you book in advance.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:40, the last at 21:42. The fastest train covers the 52 miles (85 km) distance in 1h 6m.
Distance 52 miles (85 km) |
Average train duration 1h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 1h 6m |
First train 1:40 AM |
Last train 9:42 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: Amtrak from Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA to Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA and Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA from $22 (€18). 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 Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA to Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA to Irvine Transportation Center, 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 Transportation Center, Irvine, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA to Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station with both short-term and long-term options.
- Pizza Port Solana Beach
- The Fish Market
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Free for passengers
- Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Del Mar/Solana Beach
- Holiday Inn Express & Suites Solana Beach-Del Mar
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Platform 1: northbound trains
- Platform 2: southbound trains
- Bus: North County Transit District (NCTD) Breeze buses
- Train: Amtrak Pacific Surfliner
- COASTER commuter trains
- 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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