The average train between Irvine and Lancaster takes 4h 5m and the fastest train takes 3h 23m. The train service runs several times per day from Irvine to Lancaster. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 5 times a day between Irvine and Lancaster. The earliest departure is at 8:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Irvine is at 7:20 PM which arrives into Lancaster at 9:52 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Irvine to Lancaster. However, there are services departing from Irvine station and arriving at Lancaster station via L.A. Union Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.
Irvine to Lancaster train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, depart from Tustin station.
Irvine to Lancaster train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, arrive at Lancaster station.
The distance between Irvine and Lancaster is 118 km. The road distance is 185 km.
You can take a train from Tustin to Lancaster via L.A. Union Station in around 4h 12m.