Train from San Luis Obispo to Irvine, US: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from San Luis Obispo to Irvine on 28 November
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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Luis Obispo to Irvine

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Irvine. The journey takes about 7 hours and with fares starting at just £40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day
7hAverage duration
201 milesDistance
29kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£59 - £62Average duration8h 35m
8kg CO₂e
Average price£40 - £87Average duration7h
29kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Luis Obispo to Irvine, US by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from San Luis Obispo to Irvine?

    The cheapest train tickets from San Luis Obispo to Irvine start from £40. The average price for this train route is around £40. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from San Luis Obispo to Irvine?

    The average train journey time from San Luis Obispo to Irvine is 7h, covering a distance of 201 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 6h 51m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the San Luis Obispo to Irvine route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from San Luis Obispo to Irvine?

    The earliest train from San Luis Obispo to Irvine departs at 06:11. And the latest train departs at 16:20.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Luis Obispo to Irvine, US was searched and found on 25 Nov 2025 with a price of £38

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from San Luis Obispo to Irvine, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £38 to £222 for a train ticket from San Luis Obispo to Irvine, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £38, which is on 2025-11-28.

What's the cheapest way to go from San Luis Obispo to Irvine, US?

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between San Luis Obispo and Irvine, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost £40 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £40. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Irvine, US, choose the train, as it will take you from San Luis Obispo to Irvine, US in about 7h – that's the fastest way to get there!

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