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Compare train and bus for Irvine, CA to Glendale, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Irvine, CA to Glendale, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 4m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $21, while a train costs an average of $21.
Distance: 41 miles (66 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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$21 Average price Cheapest | $10 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 4m Average total duration Fastest 1h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare ways to travel from Irvine, CA to Glendale, CA
Compare the available ways to get from Irvine, CA to Glendale, CA, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
Tickets start at around $21 compared to roughly $10 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -$11. The journey takes 1h 34m versus 1h 11m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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How to get from Irvine, CA to Glendale, CA by train, bus or flight.
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The best way to travel from Irvine, CA to Glendale, CA is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

9:52 PM 1h33 Irvine, CA 11:25 PM Glendale, CA $21 1 One-way 0 transfers
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9:52 PM 1h33 Irvine, CA 11:25 PM Glendale, CA $21 1 One-way 0 transfers
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9:52 PM 1h33 Irvine, CA 11:25 PM Glendale, CA $21 1 One-way 0 transfers
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FAQs: Travel from Irvine, CA to Glendale, CA
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- Around 5 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Irvine, CA and Glendale, CA as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA and arrive in Glendale Transportation Center, Glendale, CA.
- Travel with Amtrak to go to Glendale, CA by train.
- 5 direct trains per day with Amtrak.
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