The cheapest and fastest trains from Washington, DC to Irvine, CA
Cheapest price
$1264
Average price
$1264
Fastest journey
2 d 15 h 10 m
Average duration
2 d 15 h 10 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
3671 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC to Irvine, CA will cost around $1264 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $1264.
It's difficult to get from Washington, DC to Irvine, CA without transferring at least 2 times.
4:05 PM63h10Washington, DC7:15 AMIrvine, CA$12641One-way2 transfers
4:05 PM63h10Washington, DC7:15 AMIrvine, CA$12641One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Washington, DC to Irvine, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Irvine, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $226. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $226, and a train costs an average of $782.
Distance: 2281 miles (3671 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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$782 Average price | $554 Average price | $364 Average price Cheapest |
65h 24m Average total duration 64h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 32m Average total duration Fastest 6h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 61h 34m Average total duration 61h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Washington, DC to Irvine, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Irvine, CA trains for today, Sunday, April 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:05 PM Washington, DC | 63h10 | 7:15 AM Irvine, CA | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Irvine, CA
Trains from Washington, DC to Irvine, CA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 64h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $782 (€637) but you can travel from only $226 (€185) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 10:32, the last at 18:13. The fastest train covers the 2281 miles (3671 km) distance in 73h 36m.
Distance 2281 miles (3671 km) |
Average train duration 64h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $782 (€637) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 73h 36m |
First train 10:32 AM |
Last train 6:13 PM |
Train companies: Amtrak from Washington, DC to Irvine, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Washington, DC and Irvine, CA from $226 (€185). 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 Washington, DC to Irvine, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC to Irvine, CA
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station courtesy of Amtrak.
- Amtrak provides temporary luggage storage for $10 per bag for 24 hours for customers holding Amtrak tickets.
- Shake Shack
- McDonald’s
- Starbucks
- Potbelly Sandwich Shop
- Chopt Creative Salad Co.
- Chipotle Mexican Grill
- Thunder Grill
- Johnny Rockets
- Jamba Juice
- Ladurée Union Station
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, wheelchair access. Accessible facilities including restrooms, parking, platforms, ticket office, waiting room.
- Hyatt Recency Washington On Capitol Hill
- Phoenix Park Hotel
- Kimpton George Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Located on the train concourse of Level G near the Amtrak Waiting Area.
- Metro lines: Red
- Bus lines: D6, D8, 80, 96,
- Train lines: Acela, Capitol Limited, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Fredericksburg Line, MARC Brunswick, MARC Camden, MARC Penn, Manassas Line, Northeast Regional, Palmetto, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter
- 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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