The cheapest and fastest trains from Berkeley, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Cheapest price
$113
Average price
$113
Fastest journey
11 h 28 m
Average duration
11 h 28 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
607 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berkeley, CA to Santa Ana, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berkeley, CA to Santa Ana, CA will cost around $113 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $113.
Of the 1 trains that leave Berkeley, CA for Santa Ana, CA on Sun, Jun 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 607 km distance in an average of 11 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 h 28 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 11 h 28 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
11:12 PM11h28Berkeley, CA10:40 AMSanta Ana, CA$1131One-way0 transfers
11:12 PM11h28Berkeley, CA10:40 AMSanta Ana, CA$1131One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Berkeley, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Berkeley, CA to Santa Ana, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $76. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $76, and a flight costs an average of $200.
Distance: 377 miles (607 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$89 Average price | $293 Average price | $78 Average price Cheapest | $83 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
13h 27m Average total duration 12h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 47m Average total duration Fastest 2h 47m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 25m Average total duration 12h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Berkeley, CA to Santa Ana, CA:
A bus is $10 (€9) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Berkeley, CA to Santa Ana, CA costing on average $89 (€73).
A bus is $215 (€176) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Berkeley, CA to Santa Ana, CA costing on average $293 (€240).
Other travel options to Santa Ana, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 12h 55m.
Train takes on average 12h 57m.
Tickets start at around $89 (€73) compared to roughly $83 (€68) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-5.64 (€-4.62). The journey takes 12h 57m versus 6h 12m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Berkeley, CA to Santa Ana, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Berkeley, CA to Santa Ana, CA trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:12 PM Berkeley, CA | 11h28 | 10:40 AM Santa Ana, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Berkeley, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Trains from Berkeley, CA to Santa Ana, CA run on average 3 times per day, taking around 12h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $79 (€65) but you can travel from only $76 (€62) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 377 miles (607 km) distance in 11h 28m.
Distance 377 miles (607 km) |
Average train duration 12h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $79 (€65) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 11h 28m |
First train 12:15 AM |
Last train 11:30 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
FAQs: Trains from Berkeley, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berkeley, CA to Santa Ana, 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 Santa Ana, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Berkeley, CA to Santa Ana, CA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available with several spaces for both short-term and long-term parking
- The Olde Ship British Pub & Restaurant
- Chapter One: the modern local
- Outside the main entrance
- Ramps
- $0.50
- DoubleTree by Hilton Santa Ana
- Courtyard by Marriott Santa Ana
- Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange County Airport
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak and Metrolink services
- Bus: OCTA routes 53, 83, 206
- Train: Amtrak Pacific Surfliner, Metrolink Orange County Line
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