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Compare train and bus for Glendale, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glendale, CA to Santa Ana, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $20, and a bus costs an average of $14.
Distance: 35 miles (57 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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$20 Average price Cheapest | $22 Average price |
1h 56m Average total duration Fastest 1h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 57m Average total duration 2h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Glendale, CA to Santa Ana, CA:
A train is $2 (€1) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Glendale, CA to Santa Ana, CA costing on average $22 (€18).
Other travel options to Santa Ana, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 27m.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glendale, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Trains from Glendale, CA to Santa Ana, CA run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) but you can travel from only $14 (€11) by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:01, the last at 21:28. The fastest train covers the 35 miles (57 km) distance in 1h 40m.
Distance 35 miles (57 km) |
Average train duration 1h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 40m |
First train 6:01 AM |
Last train 9:28 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 5 days |
Train companies: Amtrak, Metrolink Trains from Glendale, CA to Santa Ana, CA trainsAmtrak, Metrolink Trains trains will get you between Glendale, CA and Santa Ana, CA from $14 (€11). 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 Glendale, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glendale, 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.

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Popular train stations from Glendale, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Most Glendale, CA to Santa Ana, CA trains use the Glendale Station to Santa Ana Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Glendale, CA and Santa Ana, CA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Glendale, CA station do trains to Santa Ana, CA leave from?
Getting to Glendale Station from Glendale city centre
Glendale Station is 2 km from Glendale city centre. Public transport options include:
Glendale Station train station facilities and services
Glendale Station has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, and Accessibility.
Food and drink
Food options include: Yoshinoya
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Glendale Station.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glendale Station.
Which Santa Ana, CA station do trains from Glendale, 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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