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Compare bus, train, and flight for Modesto, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Modesto, CA to Santa Ana, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $121 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 7h 4m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $121, while a flight costs an average of $766.
Distance: 321 miles (517 km)
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$121 Average price Cheapest | $766 Average price | $71 Average price (fuel + tolls) | |
10h 17m Average total duration 9h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 4m Average total duration Fastest 5h 4m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) | |
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The cheapest way to travel from Modesto, CA to Santa Ana, CA is a bus with an average price of $121.
This is compared to other travel options from Modesto, CA to Santa Ana, CA:
A bus is $644 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Modesto, CA to Santa Ana, CA costing on average $766.
The fastest way to travel from Modesto, CA to Santa Ana, CA is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 4m.
Other travel options to Santa Ana, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 47m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Modesto, CA and Santa Ana, CA including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Modesto, CA to Santa Ana, CA among Omio's users.
Compare prices and tickets Modesto, CA to Santa Ana, CA by bus, train, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Modesto, CA to Santa Ana, CA
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Take a train from Modesto, CA to Santa Ana, CA and enjoy the approximately 321 miles (517 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Bus from $73
Distance 321 miles (517 km) |
First train 12:15 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 1 day |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $73
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Things to do in Santa Ana, CA
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Discovery Cube Orange County
Hands-on science museum with interactive exhibits, a Discovery Cube, and family-friendly learning in downtown Santa Ana.
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Lyon Air Museum
Small local museum preserving Orange County aviation and aerospace history with artifacts, photos, and volunteer-led interpretation.
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Downtown Santa Ana
Walkable downtown district with historic buildings, murals, shops, galleries, and regular arts and community events.
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East 4th Street
Lively pedestrian-friendly arts corridor known for galleries, murals, boutiques, and monthly art-focused street activity.
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Floral Park
Historic neighborhood of preserved early 20th-century homes, ideal for architecture walks and seasonal house tours.
FAQs: Trains from Modesto, CA to Santa Ana, CA
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