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Compare bus and flight for Boston, MA to Santa Ana, CA
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Boston, MA to Santa Ana, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $129. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 8h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $129, and a bus costs an average of $256.
Distance: 2581 miles (4154 km)
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Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
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$129 Average price Cheapest | $256 Average price | $602 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 48m Average total duration Fastest 8h 48m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 78h 5m Average total duration 77h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 43h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Boston, MA to Santa Ana, CA:
A flight is $127 (€104) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Boston, MA to Santa Ana, CA costing on average $256 (€210).
Other travel options to Santa Ana, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 77h 35m.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Boston, MA to Santa Ana, CA
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Take a train from Boston, MA to Santa Ana, CA and enjoy the approximately 2581 miles (4154 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 16:04, the last at 18:04.
Distance 2581 miles (4154 km) |
Trains per day 3 |
First train 4:04 PM |
Last train 6:04 PM |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
FAQs: Trains from Boston, MA to Santa Ana, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Boston, MA 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 Boston, MA to Santa Ana, CA
Most Boston, MA to Santa Ana, CA trains use the Back Bay Station to Santa Ana Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Boston, MA and Santa Ana, CA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Boston, MA station do trains to Santa Ana, CA leave from?
Getting to Back Bay Station from Boston city centre
Back Bay Station is 1 km from Boston city centre. Public transport options include:
Back Bay Station train station facilities and services
Back Bay Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Sorellina, Atlantic Fish Company
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Back Bay Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Back Bay Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Back Bay Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Back Bay Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Back Bay Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Copley Square Hotel, The Westin Copley Place, Fairmont Copley Plaza.
Getting to South Station from Boston city centre
South Station train station facilities and services
South Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Legal Sea Foods, Tavern in the Square
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at South Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at South Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at South Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at South Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at South Station: Elevators, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include InterContinental Boston, The Langham, Boston, Boston Harbor Hotel.
Which Santa Ana, CA station do trains from Boston, MA arrive at?
Getting to Santa Ana Station from Santa Ana city centre
Santa Ana Station is 1 km from Santa Ana city centre. Public transport options include:
Santa Ana Station train station facilities and services
Santa Ana Station has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Olde Ship British Pub & Restaurant, Chapter One: the modern local
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Santa Ana Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Santa Ana Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Santa Ana Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Santa Ana Station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Santa Ana Station: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Santa Ana, Courtyard by Marriott Santa Ana, Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange County Airport.
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