The cheapest and fastest trains from Fresno, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Cheapest price
$69
Average price
$69
Fastest journey
6 h 31 m
Average duration
6 h 31 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
376 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Fresno, 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 Fresno, CA to Santa Ana, CA will cost around $69 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $69.
It's difficult to get from Fresno, CA to Santa Ana, CA without transferring at least 2 times.
702 Gold Runner · 5802 AMTRAK · 782 Pacific Surfliner10:29 AM6h31Fresno station, Fresno, CA5:00 PMSanta Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA$691One-way2 transfers
714 Gold Runner · 5714 AMTRAK · 794 Pacific Surfliner4:29 PM6h31Fresno station, Fresno, CA11:00 PMSanta Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA$691One-way2 transfers
702 Gold Runner · 5802 AMTRAK · 782 Pacific Surfliner10:29 AM6h31Fresno station, Fresno, CA5:00 PMSanta Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA$691One-way2 transfers
714 Gold Runner · 5714 AMTRAK · 794 Pacific Surfliner4:29 PM6h31Fresno station, Fresno, CA11:00 PMSanta Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA$691One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Fresno, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Fresno, CA to Santa Ana, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $32, and a flight costs an average of $381.
Distance: 233 miles (376 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$67 Average price | $37 Average price Cheapest | $629 Average price |
5h 58m Average total duration Fastest 5h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 43m Average total duration 6h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 56m Average total duration 11h 56m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Fresno, CA to Santa Ana, CA:
A bus is $30 (€24) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Fresno, CA to Santa Ana, CA costing on average $67 (€55).
A bus is $592 (€484) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Fresno, CA to Santa Ana, CA costing on average $629 (€515).
Other travel options to Santa Ana, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 13m.
Flight takes on average 11h 56m.
Live departures
Fresno, CA to Santa Ana, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Fresno, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
702 Gold Runner · 5802 AMTRAK · 782 Pacific Surfliner | 10:29 AM Fresno station, Fresno, CA | 6h31 | 5:00 PM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Fresno, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Trains from Fresno, CA to Santa Ana, CA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $63 (€52) but you can travel from only $32 (€26) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 233 miles (376 km) distance in 6h 31m.
Distance 233 miles (376 km) |
Average train duration 5h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $63 (€52) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 6h 31m |
First train 12:15 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Amtrak from Fresno, CA to Santa Ana, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Fresno, CA and Santa Ana, CA from $32 (€26). 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 Fresno, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fresno, 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 Fresno, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Most Fresno, CA to Santa Ana, CA trains use the Fresno Station to Santa Ana Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Fresno, CA and Santa Ana, CA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Fresno, CA station do trains to Santa Ana, CA leave from?
Getting to Fresno Station from Fresno city centre
Fresno Station is 1 km from Fresno city centre. Public transport options include:
Fresno Station train station facilities and services
Fresno Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, 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: Shepherd's Inn, Joe's Steakhouse
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Fresno Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Fresno Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Fresno Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Fresno Station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Fresno Station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Fresno Convention Center, Radisson Hotel Fresno Conference Center, La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Fresno Yosemite.
Which Santa Ana, CA station do trains from Fresno, 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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