How much is the train ticket from Los Angeles to Irvine?

The cheapest train tickets from Los Angeles to Irvine start from $21. The average price for this train route is around $21. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Los Angeles to Irvine?

The average train ride duration from Los Angeles to Irvine is 1h 1m, covering a distance of 40 miles (65 km). The quickest train can get you there in 58m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Los Angeles to Irvine route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 16 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Los Angeles to Irvine?

The earliest train departs from Los Angeles to Irvine at 6:10am. And the latest train departs at 10:10pm.

Train Los Angeles to Irvine from $19 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Los Angeles to Irvine on December 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	10:10pm	Union Station	1h 1m	11:11pm	Irvine Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	10:10pm	Union Station	1h 1m	11:11pm	Irvine Station	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Irvine on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:10am	Union Station	1h 1m	7:11am	Irvine Station	Cheapest
Train	4:10pm	Union Station	58m	5:08pm	Irvine Station	Fastest
Train	6:10am	Union Station	1h 1m	7:11am	Irvine Station	No tags
Train	7:10am	Union Station	1h 1m	8:11am	Irvine Station	No tags
Train	7:10am	Union Station	1h 1m	8:11am	Irvine Station	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Irvine on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:10am	Union Station	1h 1m	7:11am	Irvine Station	Cheapest
Train	4:10pm	Union Station	58m	5:08pm	Irvine Station	Fastest
Train	6:10am	Union Station	1h 1m	7:11am	Irvine Station	No tags
Train	7:10am	Union Station	1h 1m	8:11am	Irvine Station	No tags
Train	7:10am	Union Station	1h 1m	8:11am	Irvine Station	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Irvine on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:10am	Union Station	1h 1m	7:11am	Irvine Station	Cheapest
Train	4:10pm	Union Station	58m	5:08pm	Irvine Station	Fastest
Train	6:10am	Union Station	1h 1m	7:11am	Irvine Station	No tags
Train	7:10am	Union Station	1h 1m	8:11am	Irvine Station	No tags
Train	7:10am	Union Station	1h 1m	8:11am	Irvine Station	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Irvine on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:10am	Union Station	1h 1m	7:11am	Irvine Station	Cheapest
Train	4:10pm	Union Station	58m	5:08pm	Irvine Station	Fastest
Train	6:10am	Union Station	1h 1m	7:11am	Irvine Station	No tags
Train	7:10am	Union Station	1h 1m	8:11am	Irvine Station	No tags
Train	7:10am	Union Station	1h 1m	8:11am	Irvine Station	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Irvine on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:10am	Union Station	1h 1m	7:11am	Irvine Station	Cheapest
Train	4:10pm	Union Station	58m	5:08pm	Irvine Station	Fastest
Train	6:10am	Union Station	1h 1m	7:11am	Irvine Station	No tags
Train	7:10am	Union Station	1h 1m	8:11am	Irvine Station	No tags
Train	7:10am	Union Station	1h 1m	8:11am	Irvine Station	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Irvine on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:10am	Union Station	1h 1m	7:11am	Irvine Station	Cheapest
Train	4:10pm	Union Station	58m	5:08pm	Irvine Station	Fastest
Train	6:10am	Union Station	1h 1m	7:11am	Irvine Station	No tags
Train	7:10am	Union Station	1h 1m	8:11am	Irvine Station	No tags
Train	7:10am	Union Station	1h 1m	8:11am	Irvine Station	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Irvine on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:10am	Union Station	1h 1m	7:11am	Irvine Station	Cheapest
Train	4:10pm	Union Station	58m	5:08pm	Irvine Station	Fastest
Train	6:10am	Union Station	1h 1m	7:11am	Irvine Station	No tags
Train	7:10am	Union Station	1h 1m	8:11am	Irvine Station	No tags
Train	7:10am	Union Station	1h 1m	8:11am	Irvine Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Los Angeles to Irvine

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Irvine. The journey takes about 4 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

4h 5mAverage Duration

50 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$15 - $19	Average Duration4h 5m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$21 - $142	Average Duration1h 1m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average Price$42 - $42	Average Duration1h 30m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,637 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5637 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $21

Amtrak Los Angeles Irvine recent customer reviews

Enjoyed everything :)

Raymond A.

January 24, 2024

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Los Angeles, US to Irvine, 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 Los Angeles to Irvine?
The cheapest train tickets from Los Angeles to Irvine start from $21. The average price for this train route is around $21. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Los Angeles to Irvine?
The average train ride duration from Los Angeles to Irvine is 1h 1m, covering a distance of 40 miles (65 km). The quickest train can get you there in 58m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Los Angeles to Irvine route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 16 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Los Angeles to Irvine?
The earliest train departs from Los Angeles to Irvine at 6:10am. And the latest train departs at 10:10pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/09

$19

12/10

$19

Today

$19

12/12

$19

12/13

$19

12/14

$19

12/15

$19

12/16

$19

The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Irvine, US was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $19

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

You can expect to pay from $19 to $293 for a train ticket from Los Angeles, US to Irvine, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $19 which is on 2025-12-12.