The cheapest and fastest trains from Irvine, CA to San Diego, CA
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£23
Fastest journey
1 h 36 m
Average duration
1 h 38 m
Trains per day
24
Distance
123 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Irvine, CA to San Diego, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Irvine, CA to San Diego, CA will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.
Of the 24 trains that leave Irvine, CA for San Diego, CA every day 24 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 123 km distance in an average of 1 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 36 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 38 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.
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586 Pacific Surfliner
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784 Pacific SurflinerTravel Information
Compare coach and train for Irvine, CA to San Diego, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Irvine, CA to San Diego, 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 coach which can get you there in 1h 39m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £22, and a coach costs an average of £19.
Distance: 123 km
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2h 13m Average total duration 1h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Irvine, CA to San Diego, CA train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
580 Pacific Surfliner | 00:12 Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h38 | 01:50 Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
580 Pacific Surfliner | 00:12 Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h52 | 02:04 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
582 Pacific Surfliner | 01:09 Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h55 | 03:04 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
582 Pacific Surfliner | 01:09 Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h41 | 02:50 Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
784 Pacific Surfliner | 02:12 Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h52 | 04:04 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
784 Pacific Surfliner | 02:12 Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h38 | 03:50 Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
586 Pacific Surfliner | 03:12 Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h38 | 04:50 Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
586 Pacific Surfliner | 03:12 Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h52 | 05:04 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
790 Pacific Surfliner | 05:12 Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h36 | 06:48 Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
790 Pacific Surfliner | 05:12 Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h52 | 07:04 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
794 Pacific Surfliner | 07:12 Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h52 | 09:04 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
794 Pacific Surfliner | 07:12 Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h38 | 08:50 Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
562 Pacific Surfliner | 15:12 Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h52 | 17:04 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
562 Pacific Surfliner | 15:12 Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h38 | 16:50 Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
564 Pacific Surfliner | 16:12 Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h52 | 18:04 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
564 Pacific Surfliner | 16:12 Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h38 | 17:50 Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
566 Pacific Surfliner | 17:12 Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h55 | 19:07 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
566 Pacific Surfliner | 17:12 Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h41 | 18:53 Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
770 Pacific Surfliner | 19:12 Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h55 | 21:07 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
770 Pacific Surfliner | 19:12 Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h41 | 20:53 Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
572 Pacific Surfliner | 20:12 Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h55 | 22:07 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
572 Pacific Surfliner | 20:12 Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h41 | 21:53 Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
774 Pacific Surfliner | 21:12 Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h38 | 22:50 Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
774 Pacific Surfliner | 21:12 Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1h52 | 23:04 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Irvine, CA to San Diego, CA
Distance 123 km |
Average train duration 1h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 16 |
Fastest train 1h 38m |
First train 03:50 |
Last train 23:12 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Metrolink Trains from Irvine, CA to San Diego, CA trainsAmtrak, Metrolink Trains trains will get you between Irvine, CA and San Diego, CA from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Irvine, CA to San Diego, CA train

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Irvine, CA and San Diego, CA
- 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
- 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with various public and private options.
- The Fish Market
- Karl Strauss Brewing Company
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- $1.25
- The Westin San Diego
- The Guild Hotel, San Diego, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
- Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for Amtrak and Coaster trains
- Hall 2: Trolley connections
- San Diego Trolley: Blue Line, Green Line
- Bus: Several lines available
- Amtrak: Pacific Surfliner
- 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available with several spaces for commuters and visitors.
- Casa Guadalajara
- Old Town Mexican Cafe
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $0.25
- Old Town Inn
- Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Diego Old Town
- Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for Amtrak and Coaster trains
- Hall 2: Trolley connections
- Trolley: Green Line
- Bus: Several lines available including 8, 9, 10, 28, 30, 35, 44, 88, 105, 150, 923, 928
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