The cheapest and fastest trains from San Jose, CA to Irvine, CA
Cheapest price
$107
Average price
$130
Fastest journey
11 h 46 m
Average duration
13 h 43 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
550 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Jose, CA to Irvine, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from San Jose, CA to Irvine, CA will cost around $130 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $107.
It's difficult to get from San Jose, CA to Irvine, CA without transferring at least once.
3910 AMTRAK · 710 Gold Runner · 5810 AMTRAK · 586 Pacific Surfliner6:25 AM12h46San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA7:11 PMIrvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA$1071One-way3 transfers
4794 AMTRAK · 794 Pacific Surfliner11:25 AM11h46San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA11:11 PMIrvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA$1271One-way1 transfer
11 Coast Starlight · 5818 AMTRAK10:26 AM17h34San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA4:00 AMIrvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA$1361One-way1 transfer
11 Coast Starlight · 794 Pacific Surfliner10:26 AM12h45San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA11:11 PMIrvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA$1511One-way1 transfer
4794 AMTRAK · 794 Pacific Surfliner11:25 AM11h46San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA11:11 PMIrvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA$1271One-way1 transfer
11 Coast Starlight · 794 Pacific Surfliner10:26 AM12h45San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA11:11 PMIrvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA$1511One-way1 transfer
3910 AMTRAK · 710 Gold Runner · 5810 AMTRAK · 586 Pacific Surfliner6:25 AM12h46San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA7:11 PMIrvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA$1071One-way3 transfers
11 Coast Starlight · 5818 AMTRAK10:26 AM17h34San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA4:00 AMIrvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA$1361One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for San Jose, CA to Irvine, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Jose, CA to Irvine, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $67. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 37m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $67, and a flight costs an average of $186.
Distance: 341 miles (550 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$126 Average price | $399 Average price | $118 Average price Cheapest |
11h 57m Average total duration 11h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 37m Average total duration Fastest 6h 37m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 45m Average total duration 11h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.6 - 3.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
San Jose, CA to Irvine, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for San Jose, CA to Irvine, CA trains for today, Wednesday, April 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
3910 AMTRAK · 710 Gold Runner · 5810 AMTRAK · 586 Pacific Surfliner | 1:25 PM San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA | 12h46 | 2:11 AM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 3 transfers | |
11 Coast Starlight · 794 Pacific Surfliner | 5:26 PM San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA | 12h45 | 6:11 AM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1 transfer | |
11 Coast Starlight · 5818 AMTRAK | 5:26 PM San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA | 17h34 | 11:00 AM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1 transfer | |
4794 AMTRAK · 794 Pacific Surfliner | 6:25 PM San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA | 11h46 | 6:11 AM Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from San Jose, CA to Irvine, CA
Trains from San Jose, CA to Irvine, CA run on average 7 times per day, taking around 11h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $92 (€75) but you can travel from only $67 (€54) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 341 miles (550 km) distance in 11h 36m.
Distance 341 miles (550 km) |
Average train duration 11h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $92 (€75) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 11h 36m |
First train 12:15 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
Train companies: Amtrak from San Jose, CA to Irvine, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between San Jose, CA and Irvine, CA from $67 (€54). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from San Jose, CA to Irvine, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Jose, CA to Irvine, CA 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 Irvine, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from San Jose, CA to Irvine, CA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available 7 days a week, with multiple lots surrounding the station.
- The Farmers Union
- Poor House Bistro
- La Victoria Taqueria
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Hotel De Anza
- The Westin San Jose
- AC Hotel by Marriott San Jose Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a main hall with ticketing and waiting areas, platforms for Caltrain, Amtrak, and ACE services, and connections to VTA buses and light rail.
- Bus: VTA Bus Lines 22, 64A, 64B, 68, 168, 181
- Light Rail: VTA Green Line
- Caltrain
- Amtrak
- ACE
- 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
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