Train Los Angeles, CA - Irvine, CA prices from $23.90

Train from Los Angeles, CA, to Irvine, CA

The train from Los Angeles, CA to Irvine, CA, lasts on average 1 hr 1 min. Around 3 trains depart a day between San Diego and Irvine, the average price is $24.15 and the lowest ticket pricing starts at around $23.90.

Amtrak, the largest passenger railroad service in the U.S., operates the train from LA to Irvine. All the trains run on the Pacific Surfliner Route. All the connections are direct, but due to unforeseen circumstances, your journey may be cut into segments so that part of the journey is substituted by a bus or a shuttle from the Amtrak Thruway bus service.

The Pacific Surfliner train line is the direct service between Louis Obispo and San Diego. Before reaching San Diego, the line serves Fullerton, Anaheim, Santa Ana, Irvine, San Juan Capistrano, San Clemente Pier, Oceanside, and Solana Beach. The average speed is 41.2 miles per hour (66 km/h), but it can reach speeds up to 90 miles per hour (145 km/h)

Be prepared for stunning South Californian scenery. The train will take you along the coast, and some of the country's best surfing spots, and the trains feature enough racks to bring your surfing board or bicycle along. All trains also feature free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a Market Cafe with snacks, beverages, and fresh food. All cats and dogs up to 20 pounds are welcome on board.

In Los Angeles, you can board at Union Station, the largest station on the West Coast of the United States. The station is an iconic landmark in Los Angeles and is a central point for Amtrak, Metrolink, and the LA Metro. It is also home to several restaurants, shops, and businesses. Palm trees outside

You can also board on these Intercity stations:

1. 10040 Old Depot Plaza Rd, Chatsworth
2. Amtrak Metrolink Station - 7724 Van Nuys Blvd
3. Metrolink Station
4. 592 Gayley Ave

In Irvine, you will board at the Irvine transportation center. The station serves the Pacific Surfliner, the local commuter line Metrolink, and bus lines connecting Irvine with the rest of Orange County. In the stations, you will find vending machines, ticketing kiosks, and accessible bathrooms. The station also has day and overnight parking.

You can embark on your Irvine adventure at the San Joaquin Wildlife Sanctuary, Quail Hill, or Bommer Canyon. You may like Wild Rivers water park and Pretend City Children's Museum if you are with the family. And for shopping and dining, head to The District at Tustin Legacy or Irvine Spectrum Center. 

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