Bedroom
- Power plugs
- Extra legroom
- Free Drinks
- Free meal
- Lounge Access
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Irvine, CA to Anaheim, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £2 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 50m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £2, while a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 20 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£9 Average Price | £2 Average Price Cheapest | £3 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
50m Average total duration Fastest 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 26m Average total duration 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Irvine, CA to Anaheim, CA:
A coach is £7 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Irvine, CA to Anaheim, CA costing on average £9.
Other travel options to Anaheim, CA take longer:
Coach takes on average 56m.
You'll arrive about 5m sooner (20m by train vs 25m by car). Tickets start at around £9 compared to roughly £3 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 Irvine, CA to Anaheim, CA trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:49 Irvine, CA | 0h19 | 13:08 Anaheim, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Irvine, CA to Anaheim, CA run on average 12 times per day, taking around 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 but you can travel from only £2 by coach.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:49, the last at 22:49. The fastest train covers the 20 km distance in 23m.
Distance 20 km |
Average train duration 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 23m |
First train 5:49 |
Last train 22:49 |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 2 days |
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Discover the best of Anaheim, CA — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Anaheim, CA trip today.
Regional museum with changing art, culture and history exhibitions, plus the restored Carnegie building in downtown Anaheim.
Hands-on science centre with interactive exhibits for children and families, focusing on curiosity, play and accessible learning.
Compact art museum showing California scene painting and rotating exhibitions inside a pleasant complex in nearby Fullerton.
World-famous theme park district with immersive lands, classic attractions and polished public spaces for a full day out.
Lively pedestrian promenade linking the Disney parks with shops and entertainment, ideal for evening strolling without park entry.
Trendy mixed-use area with restored historic buildings, courtyards and regular events, popular with locals and visitors alike.
California burrito is a Southern California staple filled with carne asada, chips, cheese and salsa, reflecting the region’s Mexican-American fast-casual food culture.
Fish tacos are a classic coastal Southern California dish, usually battered fish in tortillas with cabbage and crema, popular across Orange County.
French dip sandwiches are strongly linked to nearby Los Angeles, with sliced roast beef on a roll served with savoury jus for dipping.
Well-known casual venue for creative grilled cheese sandwiches and tomato soup inside the Anaheim Packing District.
Popular Anaheim packing-house stall known for Nashville-style hot chicken sandwiches in a lively casual food hall setting.
Long-running German restaurant serving sausages, schnitzel and beer in a festive, traditional hall atmosphere near Disneyland.
Anaheim is pricier than many US cities due to resort demand. Hotels and park-area dining raise costs, while local eateries and driving can help reduce daily spend.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants, 10-15% for taxis, and $1-2 for café drinks or counter service if service is good.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Irvine, CA to Anaheim, 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 Anaheim, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Irvine, CA to Anaheim, CA trains use the Irvine Station to Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center station pair. Use this guide to compare Irvine, CA and Anaheim, CA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center is 4 km from Anaheim city centre. Public transport options include:
Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center 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: JT Schmid's Restaurant & Brewery, The Catch
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Ayres Hotel Anaheim, TownePlace Suites by Marriott Anaheim Maingate Near Angel Stadium, Embassy Suites by Hilton Anaheim Orange.
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