The cheapest and fastest trains from Burbank, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Cheapest price
$22
Average price
$23
Fastest journey
1 h 38 m
Average duration
1 h 41 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
63 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Burbank, 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 Burbank, CA to Santa Ana, CA will cost around $23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
Of the 8 trains that leave Burbank, CA for Santa Ana, CA on Sun, Jun 21, 8 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 63 km distance in an average of 1 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 38 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 1 h 43 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.
782 Pacific Surfliner3:14 PM1h46Bob Hope Airport Train Station, Burbank, CA5:00 PMSanta Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA$221One-way0 transfers
790 Pacific Surfliner7:08 PM1h52Bob Hope Airport Train Station, Burbank, CA9:00 PMSanta Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA$221One-way0 transfers
794 Pacific Surfliner9:17 PM1h43Bob Hope Airport Train Station, Burbank, CA11:00 PMSanta Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA$221One-way0 transfers
774 Pacific Surfliner11:15 AM1h45Bob Hope Airport Train Station, Burbank, CA1:00 PMSanta Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA$221One-way0 transfers
770 Pacific Surfliner9:17 AM1h43Bob Hope Airport Train Station, Burbank, CA11:00 AMSanta Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA$221One-way0 transfers
770 Pacific Surfliner9:22 AM1h38Burbank, N Front St (Downtown Burbank), Burbank, CA11:00 AMSanta Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA$261One-way0 transfers
786 Pacific Surfliner5:21 PM1h39Bob Hope Airport Train Station, Burbank, CA7:00 PMSanta Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA$221One-way0 transfers
782 Pacific Surfliner3:20 PM1h40Burbank, N Front St (Downtown Burbank), Burbank, CA5:00 PMSanta Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA$261One-way0 transfers
794 Pacific Surfliner9:17 PM1h43Bob Hope Airport Train Station, Burbank, CA11:00 PMSanta Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA$221One-way0 transfers
770 Pacific Surfliner9:17 AM1h43Bob Hope Airport Train Station, Burbank, CA11:00 AMSanta Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA$221One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Burbank, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Burbank, CA to Santa Ana, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $20.
Distance: 39 miles (63 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$21 Average price | $15 Average price Cheapest | $9 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 14m Average total duration 1h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Burbank, CA to Santa Ana, CA:
A bus is $6 (€5) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Burbank, CA to Santa Ana, CA costing on average $21 (€17).
Other travel options to Santa Ana, CA take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 44m.
Tickets start at around $21 (€17) compared to roughly $9 (€7) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-12.43 (€-10.17). The journey takes 1h 44m versus 1h 0m 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
Burbank, CA to Santa Ana, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Burbank, CA to Santa Ana, CA trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
770 Pacific Surfliner | 9:17 AM Bob Hope Airport Train Station, Burbank, CA | 1h43 | 11:00 AM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
770 Pacific Surfliner | 9:22 AM Burbank, N Front St (Downtown Burbank), Burbank, CA | 1h38 | 11:00 AM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
774 Pacific Surfliner | 11:15 AM Bob Hope Airport Train Station, Burbank, CA | 1h45 | 1:00 PM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Burbank, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Trains from Burbank, CA to Santa Ana, CA run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $20 (€17) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:01, the last at 21:25. The fastest train covers the 39 miles (63 km) distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 39 miles (63 km) |
Average train duration 1h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€17) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 45m |
First train 6:01 AM |
Last train 9:25 PM |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: Amtrak, Metrolink Trains from Burbank, CA to Santa Ana, CA trainsAmtrak, Metrolink Trains trains will get you between Burbank, CA and Santa Ana, CA from $7 (€6). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Burbank, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Burbank, 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 Burbank, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Most Burbank, CA to Santa Ana, CA trains use the Bob Hope Airport Train Station to Santa Ana Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Burbank, CA and Santa Ana, CA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Burbank, CA station do trains to Santa Ana, CA leave from?
Getting to Bob Hope Airport Train Station from Burbank city centre
Bob Hope Airport Train Station is 4 km from Burbank city centre. Public transport options include:
Bob Hope Airport Train Station train station facilities and services
Bob Hope Airport Train Station has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Bike Parking.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bob Hope Airport Train Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bob Hope Airport Train Station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bob Hope Airport Train Station: Ramps, restrooms.
Getting to Burbank, N Front St (Downtown Burbank) from Burbank city centre
Burbank, N Front St (Downtown Burbank) train station facilities and services
Burbank, N Front St (Downtown Burbank) has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Burbank, N Front St (Downtown Burbank).
Which Santa Ana, CA station do trains from Burbank, CA 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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