The cheapest and fastest trains from Modesto, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Cheapest price
$68
Average price
$68
Fastest journey
7 h 39 m
Average duration
7 h 39 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
517 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Modesto, 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 Modesto, CA to Santa Ana, CA will cost around $68 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $68.
Of the 1 trains that leave Modesto, CA for Santa Ana, CA on Tue, Jun 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 23 the direct trains cover the 517 km distance in an average of 7 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 39 m .
On Tue, Jun 23 the slowest trains will take 7 h 39 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.
3:01 AM7h39Modesto, CA10:40 AMSanta Ana, CA$681One-way0 transfers
3:01 AM7h39Modesto, CA10:40 AMSanta Ana, CA$681One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
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 train with prices starting from $67. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $67, and a flight costs an average of $159.
Distance: 321 miles (517 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$68 Average price Cheapest | $342 Average price | $104 Average price | $70 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 51m Average total duration 7h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 0m Average total duration Fastest 6h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 33m Average total duration 10h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Modesto, CA to Santa Ana, CA:
A train is $36 (€29) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Modesto, CA to Santa Ana, CA costing on average $104 (€85).
A train is $274 (€224) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Modesto, CA to Santa Ana, CA costing on average $342 (€280).
Other travel options to Santa Ana, CA take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 21m.
Bus takes on average 10h 3m.
Tickets start at around $68 (€55) compared to roughly $70 (€57) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $2 (€2). The journey takes 7h 21m versus 5h 18m 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
Modesto, CA to Santa Ana, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Modesto, CA to Santa Ana, CA trains for tomorrow, Monday, June 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 3:01 AM Modesto, CA | 7h39 | 10:40 AM Santa Ana, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Modesto, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Trains from Modesto, CA to Santa Ana, CA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 7h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $67 (€55) but you can travel from only $64 (€52) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 321 miles (517 km) distance in 7h 39m.
Distance 321 miles (517 km) |
Average train duration 7h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $67 (€55) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 7h 39m |
First train 12:15 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Amtrak from Modesto, CA to Santa Ana, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Modesto, CA and Santa Ana, CA from $64 (€52). 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 Modesto, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Modesto, 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 Modesto, CA to Santa Ana, CA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available at the station
- Outside the main entrance
- $1
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a single main hall with ticketing and waiting areas.
- Bus: Modesto Area Express (MAX) routes available
- 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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