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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from New York, NY to Santa Ana, CA
Cheapest price
$774
Average price
$774
Fastest journey
3 d 1 h 25 m
Average duration
3 d 1 h 25 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
3918 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New York, NY 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 New York, NY to Santa Ana, CA will cost around $774 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $774.
Of the 1 trains that leave New York, NY for Santa Ana, CA on Mon, Jun 01, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 01 the direct trains cover the 3918 km distance in an average of 3 d 1 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 d 1 h 25 m .
On Mon, Jun 01 the slowest trains will take 3 d 1 h 25 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.
2:35 PM73h25New York, NY4:00 PMSanta Ana, CA$7741One-way0 transfers
- 2:35 PM73h25New York, NY4:00 PMSanta Ana, CA$7741One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, flight, and train for New York, NY to Santa Ana, CA
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from New York, NY to Santa Ana, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $152. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $152, and a train costs an average of $321.
Distance: 2434 miles (3918 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$596 Average price | $295 Average price Cheapest | $331 Average price | $564 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
73h 18m Average total duration 72h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 29m Average total duration Fastest 6h 29m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 61h 55m Average total duration 61h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 40h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from New York, NY to Santa Ana, CA:
A flight is $36 (€29) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from New York, NY to Santa Ana, CA costing on average $331 (€266).
A flight is $301 (€242) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from New York, NY to Santa Ana, CA costing on average $596 (€480).
Other travel options to Santa Ana, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 61h 25m.
Train takes on average 72h 48m.
Tickets start at around $596 (€480) compared to roughly $564 (€454) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-31.54 (€-25.39). The journey takes 72h 48m versus 40h 52m 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
New York, NY to Santa Ana, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for New York, NY to Santa Ana, CA trains for tomorrow, Monday, June 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2:35 PM New York, NY | 73h25 | 4:00 PM Santa Ana, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from New York, NY to Santa Ana, CA
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Trains from New York, NY to Santa Ana, CA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 72h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $321 (€258) but you can travel from only $152 (€122) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 06:45, the last at 18:04. The fastest train covers the 2434 miles (3918 km) distance in 70h 20m.
Distance 2434 miles (3918 km) |
Average train duration 72h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $321 (€258) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 70h 20m |
First train 6:45 AM |
Last train 6:04 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 5 days |
FAQs: Trains from New York, NY to Santa Ana, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New York, NY 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 New York, NY to Santa Ana, CA
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
Hotel
Ticket Office
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available in Moynihan Train Hall.
- Baggage assistance is provided by Red Caps, open 24/7 at Penn and open from 05:00 to 23:00 at Moynihan Train Hall.
- Blue Bottle Coffee
- Magnolia Bakery
- Starbucks
- The Pennsy Food Hall
- Nick + Stef's Steakhouse
- Penn & Sushi
- Krispy Kreme Donuts
- T.G.I. Friday's
- NY Pizza Suprema
- Blarney Stone
- & many more
- Accessible facilities including restroom, parking, elevators, and ramps. Additional assistance available at ticket counters or by asking uniformed employees.
- The New Yorker at Wyndham Hotel
- Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea
- Hilton Garden Inn West 35th Street
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Located on the connecting concourse near Tracks 18-19.
- Subway lines: 1, 2, 3, A, C, E
- Bus lines: M7, M20
- Train lines: Acela, Adirondack, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Empire Service, Ethan Allen Express, Keystone Service, Lake Shore Limited, Maple Leaf, Northeast Regional, Pennsylvanian, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter, PATH, New Jersey Transit, Long Island Railroad, AirTrain Newark, AirTrain JFK
LockersParkingDiningTaxisAccessibility
WCHotel
Lost and Found OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingInformation Desk
Luggage Carts- 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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