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Cheap train tickets from Irvine to Los Angeles
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Trip Summary
There are usually 13 daily train trips available from Irvine to Los Angeles. Travelling by train from Irvine to Los Angeles usually takes 1 hour and 33 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Pacific Surfliner train can make the trip in 1 hour and 5 minutes.
- Distance
- 36 mi (58 km)
- Fastest train
- 1h 5m
- Lowest price
- £14.34
- Trains per day
- 13
- Most frequent service
- Amtrak Pacific Surfliner
- Train lines
- 2
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There are several train options that can take you from Irvine to Los Angeles:
See more detailsWhat is the price of a train ticket from Irvine to Los Angeles?
In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Irvine to Los Angeles was £16. This is basically as cheap as train fares can get. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 2 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around £0.35 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
Average train ticket prices from Irvine to Los Angeles by travel date
The cost of a one-way train trip from Irvine to Los Angeles is expected to stay pretty stable over the next four weeks. No matter which day you travel, you can expect to pay about £16 for your ticket.
Average train ticket prices from Irvine to Los Angeles by month
Taking the train from Irvine to Los Angeles usually costs about the same throughout the year. In general, train ticket prices for this route are fairly consistent, so expect to pay around £16 whenever you decide to travel.
Prices as travel date approaches
The price of train trips from Irvine to Los Angeles doesn't fluctuate much throughout the year, so you don’t need to book your tickets super far in advance. However, to avoid last-minute price surges or sold-out tickets, we recommend purchasing your train tickets at least 48 hours before departure.
Which train should you take from Irvine to Los Angeles?
2 train services operate from Irvine to Los Angeles. Amtrak Pacific Surfliner usually has more trains scheduled, with 13 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 10 | 2h 45m | £20.08 |
| Amtrak Pacific Surfliner | 13 | 1h 32m | £16.12 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there are 10 Amtrak trains from Irvine to Los Angeles every day, as well as 12 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from £17.36.
The Pacific Surfliner is Amtrak’s passenger train service that runs along the Pacific coast of Southern California, connecting San Luis Obispo to the north with San Diego to the south. The line is among the most famous Amtrak routes due to the unique scenic views it presents, as the train parallels the coastline for large portions of the 268-mile railroad stretch. The Pacific Surfliner offers first-class amenities like onboard restrooms, free WiFi, seats with extra legroom and power outlets, as well as storage racks for surfboards. On average, the service offers 13 train trips from Irvine to Los Angeles every day, and prices for a one-way train ticket start from £14.34.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by train from Irvine to Los Angeles
There are 13 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Irvine to Los Angeles. You can also take a train for your return trip from Los Angeles to Irvine. If you're not set on travelling by train, you could always take the coach from Irvine to Los Angeles for £7.
Trains per day
13
Direct trains
13
The distance between Irvine and Los Angeles is approximately 36 miles. The average train journey between these two cities takes 1 hour and 33 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 1 hour and 5 minutes. As a relatively short ride, taking the train is an easy way to travel between these two cities.
Distance (mi)
36
Distance (km)
58
The earliest train departs Irvine at 5:49 while the last train of the day leaves at 22:49. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
First train
5:49am
Last train
10:49pm
Trains from Irvine to Los Angeles are the most crowded on Tuesday. 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 travelling on Friday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
Busiest
Tuesday
Least crowded
Friday
City Information
Irvine
Though Irvine is probably most famous for its corporations and university campuses, the city is well worth the trip for its variety of attractions and activities. Start with a date night at the Irvine Barclay Theatre, which boasts an intimate atmosphere and superb acoustics. You could also check out the UCI Arboretum, where you can learn more about the unique flora of the coastal California region. The Beall Center for Art + Technology features interesting exhibitions that fuse modern art with futuristic technologies.
When you've worked up an appetite, you can find a wide variety of dining options available in the city. For some of the best Japanese dishes in town, check out Fukuda, which serves udon and soba dishes. If you are craving a good chicken parm, North Italia has just what you need!
It's easy to get to Irvine from anywhere in Southern California via intercity buses or Amtrak trains. Flights operate through the nearby John Wayne Airport-Orange County Airport, just 4.3 miles away from downtown.
Los Angeles
Los Angeles is the undisputed world capital of the entertainment business. Because of that, the City of Angels is where you will find some of the most iconic landmarks of the film and music industries, including the world-famous Walk of Fame and Dolby Theatre (home of the Academy Awards) on Hollywood Boulevard, the easily recognizable Capitol Records building at Hollywood & Vine, and the LA Live complex in Downtown Los Angeles.
The best part of LA is that it has something to offer for people of all interests: outdoor enthusiasts can hike up to the Hollywood sign, fashion aficionados can go shopping in Beverly Hills, art lovers can check out the prominent Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) in the Miracle Mile district, and those looking for a fun night out can go bar-hopping in West Hollywood. Are you a Pokémon GO addict? Well then this is the place for you because LA is the best city to catch the rarest Pokémon in the U.S.. And if you want to want to experience the famed golden coast of Southern California for yourself, head west to Santa Monica and Venice for a refreshing dip in the Pacific Ocean.
With one of the biggest airports on the West Coast and several bus and train stops across the county, Los Angeles makes it easy to travel elsewhere in California, visit the neighboring Nevada, Arizona and Mexico, or take a flight to pretty much any other part of the world.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Irvine?
Main departure station: Irvine Transp Ctr - 15215 Barranca Pkwy
Irvine Station – also known as Irvine Transportation Center – is the busiest station in South Orange County, serving over a million passengers annually. It first opened in 1990 on the south side of the decommissioned Marine Corps Air Station El Toro in the Spectrum district. The station serves Amtrak's Pacific Surfliner, Metrolink (Southern California's commuter rail system), and various local transit bus lines part of the Orange County Transportation Authority's network. In the vicinity of the station, there are hotels, offices, and shops. Irvine Station is also close to the Irvine Spectrum Center, one of SoCal's most popular entertainment and shopping destinations.
All train stations in Irvine:
- Irvine Transp Ctr - 15215 Barranca Pkwy
Where is the train station in Los Angeles?
Main arrival station: Union Station
Union Station is the main train station in Los Angeles and the largest railroad passenger terminal in the Western United States. The station was opened in 1939 and has become one of California’s busiest transportation hubs, serving more than 100 thousand passengers per day. Every Amtrak route that goes through Los Angeles stops at Union Station. In addition, the area around the station serves as the main bus stop for several bus carriers that conduct trips in and out of the city. Located in Downtown LA, Union Station offers easy transit connections to other parts of the city via three Metro Rail lines and one Metro Busway line, as well as a shuttle service to LAX airport. Union Station also serves as the main LA hub for six lines of Metrolink, Southern California’s primary commuter rail service.
Train stations in Los Angeles:
- Union Station
- 10040 Old Depot Plaza Rd, Chatsworth
- Amtrak Metrolink Station - 7724 Van Nuys Blvd
- Metrolink Station
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