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Compare bus and train 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 $18.
Distance: 35 miles (57 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
$20 Average price Cheapest | $21 Average price |
1h 56m Average total duration Fastest 1h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration 2h 35m 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 $1 (€0.84) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Glendale, CA to Santa Ana, CA costing on average $21 (€17).
Other travel options to Santa Ana, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 35m.
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Glendale, CA to Santa Ana, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Glendale, CA to Santa Ana, CA trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:17 AM Glendale, CA | 1h18 | 7:35 AM Santa Ana, CA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:17 AM Glendale, CA | 1h18 | 8:35 AM Santa Ana, CA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:17 AM Glendale, CA | 1h18 | 9:35 AM Santa Ana, CA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:29 AM Glendale, CA | 1h31 | 11:00 AM Santa Ana, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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 $18 (€14) 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 Sep |
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 $18 (€14). 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Glendale, CA to Santa Ana, CA
- Yoshinoya
- 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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