Amtrak
Daily trips to and from Los Angeles, Santa Barbara and San Diego with stops in Orange County, including the Irvine Station.
Cost: Varies based on route
Requirements/Specifics: Check website for more information on discounts available to seniors ages 65 and older, veterans, persons with disabilities and their companions. Wheelchair-accessible transportation options available.
Phone: 800-USA-RAIL (800-872-7245)
Website: amtrak.com
Irvine CONNECT
Ride on the Irvine CONNECT shuttle service to travel between the northern end of Irvine to Irvine Station, with stops at parks, schools, hospitals, and shopping centers.
Cost: Free
Requirements/Specifics: Fully accessible by wheelchair and other mobility aids.
Phone: 949-72-GoBus
Website: irvineconnect.org
Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA): Big Bus
Bus system with countywide service.
Cost: $2 single fare; $0.75 seniors ages 65+, persons with disabilities and Medicare recipients
Requirements/Specifics: Day, weekly and monthly passes available. Wheelchair-accessible transportation options available.
Email: seniors@octa.net
Phone: 714-636-7433
Website: octa.net
Metrolink
Commuter rail system with service to Los Angeles, Orange and Riverside counties. Quiet cars available.
Cost: Varies based on route. Senior and disabled discounts available. Attendants ride free with disabled passenger. Proof of disability required.
Requirements/Specifics: Tickets purchased at station kiosk. Free online ticketing app also available; search on mobile device in app store for Metrolink (Southern California Regional Rail Authority). Wheelchair-accessible transportation options available.
Phone: 800-371-5465
Website: metrolinktrains.com
