Question 1

Can you take a train all the way from Irvine to San Diego?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are trains that can take you the entire way from Irvine to San Diego. However, there are also some trips on this route that require you to board another vehicle, such as a bus or a shuttle, during your journey. This is worth paying attention to as you book your trip, since a direct train may be preferable for its speed and convenience.

Question 2

Other ways to get from Irvine to San Diego

Accepted Answer

There are usually 2 daily bus trips from Irvine to San Diego.

Question 3

When are trains the most crowded?

Accepted Answer

Trains from Irvine to San Diego are the most crowded on Monday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Saturday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

Question 4

Which train should you take from Irvine to San Diego?

Accepted Answer

2 train services operate from Irvine to San Diego.  Amtrak usually has more trains scheduled, with 5 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:

Question 5

What is the price of a train ticket from Irvine to San Diego?

Accepted Answer

The average price for a train ticket from Irvine to San Diego is $35.29, This is one of the best deals we’ve seen for train fares recently. By booking your trip at least 19 days in advance, you increase your chances of scoring even cheaper tickets. But if you wait until the day of your trip to book tickets, expect to pay $0.05 more.

Question 6

Is there a direct train from Irvine to San Diego?

Accepted Answer

There are 10 scheduled trains on most days. 20 of these are direct connections to San Diego. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from San Diego to Irvine.

Question 7

How long is the train journey from Irvine to San Diego?

Accepted Answer

The distance between Irvine and San Diego is approximately 76 miles, or 123 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes  1 hour  46 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is  1 hour  36 minutes.  As a relatively short ride, taking the train is an easy way to travel between these two cities.

Question 8

When are the first and last trains of the day?

Accepted Answer

The earliest train departs Irvine at 7:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 11:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

Question 9

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Question 10

Where is the train station in San Diego?

Accepted Answer

San Diego receives travelers from Irvine at its two active train stations.

Question 11

Where is the train station in Irvine?

Accepted Answer

There is one train station in Irvine.

Question 12

Prices as travel date approaches

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The average price of train tickets from Irvine to San Diego is pretty stable year-round. However, we still suggest buying your train tickets at least 48 hours prior to departure to avoid unexpected price hikes and the possibility of the train being sold out.

Question 13

Average prices by travel date

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The cost of a one-way train trip from Irvine to San Diego is expected to stay pretty stable over the next four weeks. No matter which day you travel, you can expect to pay about  for your ticket.

Question 14

Monthly avg. prices

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The price of a train ticket from Irvine to San Diego remains pretty stable, regardless of when you plan to travel. Tickets on this route usually cost  throughout the year.

Question 15

Need a return trip from San Diego to Irvine?

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Question 16

Wanderu is the simplest way to book bus and train travel.

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With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare bus and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap bus and train tickets hassle-free. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading bus and train companies, we always have the best bus and train deals out there.