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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Irvine Station | Old Town San Diego | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Irvine Station | Santa Fe Depot | No tags | ||||
| Train | Irvine Station | Santa Fe Depot | No tags | ||||
| Train | Irvine Station | Santa Fe Depot | No tags | ||||
| Train | Irvine Station | Santa Fe Depot | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Irvine to San Diego
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 1 hour 41 minutes, and with fares starting at just CLP 25,692, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train companies
Based on 5791 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at CLP 25,692
Amtrak Irvine San Diego recent customer reviews
Delayed an hour after a very long weekend
Molly F.
It was fast and comfortable
Karen B.
I had to wait 3 hours bc the bus was late 😄
Nathaniel P.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Irvine, US to San Diego, CA, US by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Irvine to San Diego?
The cheapest train tickets from Irvine to San Diego start at CLP 25,692. The average price for this train route is around CLP 25,692. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Irvine to San Diego?
The average train trip from Irvine to San Diego takes 1h 41m and covers 115 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 37m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Irvine to San Diego route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 24 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Irvine to San Diego?
The earliest train from Irvine to San Diego departs at 7:12am. The latest train departs at 11:12pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Irvine, US to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on Apr 26, 2026 with a price of CLP 23,755To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Irvine, US to San Diego, CA, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from CLP 23,755 to CLP 35,632 for a train ticket from Irvine, US to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CLP 23,755 which is on 2026-04-29.
