Train
Commuting by train is very popular amongst UCI students, faculty, and staff as it is an affordable, comfortable, and relaxing commute. UCI is most easily accessible by Metrolink trains via Tustin Station thanks to our partners at OCTA. We recommend that you sign up for rider alerts from both Metrolink and OCTA buses so you are up to date on any service changes or delays.
The Rail 2 Rail program increases your riding options for your commute. Visit the Rail 2 Rail website for more details.
Employees who commute by train and do not hold a long-term parking permit are eligible to join the Sustainable Transportation Program. Membership comes with some additional incentives. For more information, visit the Sustainable Transportation Membership page for Faculty and Staff.
From Train Stations to UCI
Service for certain stops may differ according to daily or weekend schedules.
From Tustin Metrolink Station (Metrolink Only)
- Take OCTAÂ Route 473 to UCI
- Complimentary service when showing your valid Metrolink pass
- During commuter rushes only
- Take OCTAÂ Route 472 to North Campus
- Complimentary service when showing your valid Metrolink pass
- During commuter rushes only
From Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center (Metrolink & Amtrak)
- Take OCTA Route 59 to UCI
From Irvine Transportation Center (Metrolink & Amtrak)
- There is no direct connection to UCI. Please contact our Sustainable Transportation Coordinators for a commute plan.
Metrolink Mobile Ticketing
Metrolink now offers a mobile ticketing platform for iOS and Android. The apps allows riders to purchase train passes on the fly without needing to visit a ticket vending machine.
Metrolink Student Adventure Pass
For a limited time, UCI students can enjoy complimentary train rides with the Metrolink Student Adventure Pass! To take advantage of this offer, download the Metrolink mobile app and create an account using your UCI email address. Your Adventure Pass will automatically appear in your mobile ticket wallet within 3-5 business days. Then show your digital pass along with your student ID each time you board a Metrolink train to enjoy free rides across Southern California.
Train Rebate
UC Irvine offers a 20% rebate to employees and students who use the train to commute to campus and do not purchase long term parking permits (one month or longer). You may request a 20% rebate off of the following passes:
- Metrolink 5-Day Flex Pass
- Metrolink 7-Day
- Metrolink 10-Day Flex Pass
- Metrolink monthly
- Amtrak 10-Trip
- Amtrak monthly
All rebate submissions must be completed through the following form and use valid pass(es). All rebate submissions must be turned in by May 31st of the fiscal year in which they are used to be processed within the appropriate fiscal year. Only June tickets will be accepted through the end of July.
For information on commuting incentives, visit the Programs & Incentives page for your campus affiliation.
Contact Us
Sustainable Transportation Coordinators
949-824-RIDE (7433)
Business Hours
Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Closed on university holidays.