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Museum of Pop Culture
An engaging museum on pop culture, music, film and games, housed in a bold contemporary building at Seattle Center.
Cheapest price
£180
Average price
£180
Fastest journey
1 d 11 h 59 m
Average duration
1 d 11 h 59 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1595 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Irvine, CA to Seattle, WA 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 Seattle, WA will cost around £180 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £180.
Of the 1 trains that leave Irvine, CA for Seattle, WA every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 1595 km distance in an average of 1 d 11 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 d 11 h 59 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 d 11 h 59 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Irvine, CA to Seattle, WA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £93. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.5 - 1.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £93, and a train costs an average of £214.
Distance: 1595 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£224 Average Price | £122 Average Price Cheapest | £204 Average Price |
35h 42m Average total duration 35h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 27h 58m Average total duration 27h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 50m Average total duration Fastest 2h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.6 - 4.0kg CO2 emissions | 4.8 - 9.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Irvine, CA to Seattle, WA trains for today, Monday 24 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 14:52 Irvine, CA | 35h59 | 2:51 Seattle, WA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Irvine, CA to Seattle, WA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 35h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £214 but you can travel from only £93 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:49, the last at 09:55. The fastest train covers the 1595 km distance in 35h 59m.
Distance 1595 km |
Average train duration 35h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £214 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 35h 59m |
First train 5:49 |
Last train 9:55 |
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Discover the best of Seattle, WA — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Seattle, WA trip today.
An engaging museum on pop culture, music, film and games, housed in a bold contemporary building at Seattle Center.
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Tip 18-20% in restaurants, more for excellent service. Taxis usually 10-15%. Cafes often have tip jars or card prompts, but small tips are optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Irvine, CA to Seattle, WA 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 Seattle, WA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Irvine, CA to Seattle, WA trains use the Irvine Station to King Street Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Irvine, CA and Seattle, WA 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.
King Street Station has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: The London Plane, Salumi
Ticket office support is available at King Street Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at King Street Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at King Street Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at King Street Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at King Street Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Embassy Suites by Hilton Seattle Downtown Pioneer Square, The Arctic Club Seattle - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, Best Western Plus Pioneer Square Hotel Downtown.
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