The cheapest and fastest trains from Oakland, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Cheapest price
$64
Average price
$64
Fastest journey
13 h 25 m
Average duration
13 h 25 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
601 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oakland, 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 Oakland, CA to Santa Ana, CA will cost around $64 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $64.
Of the 1 trains that leave Oakland, CA for Santa Ana, CA on Sat, Feb 28, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Feb 28 the direct trains cover the 601 km distance in an average of 13 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 13 h 25 m .
On Sat, Feb 28 the slowest trains will take 13 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.


Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Oakland, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oakland, CA to Santa Ana, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $64. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $64, and a flight costs an average of $200.
Distance: 373 miles (601 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$73 Average price Cheapest | $501 Average price | $83 Average price |
12h 0m Average total duration 11h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 55m Average total duration Fastest 1h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 7m Average total duration 12h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Oakland, CA to Santa Ana, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Oakland, CA to Santa Ana, CA trains for today, Friday, February 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
710 Gold Runner · 5810 AMTRAK · 586 Pacific Surfliner | 4:08 PM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA | 10h52 | 3:00 AM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 2 transfers | |
11 Coast Starlight · 5818 AMTRAK | 5:09 PM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA | 18h31 | 11:40 AM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 1 transfer | |
11 Coast Starlight · 794 Pacific Surfliner | 5:09 PM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA | 13h51 | 7:00 AM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 1 transfer | |
4794 AMTRAK · 794 Pacific Surfliner | 5:35 PM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA | 13h25 | 7:00 AM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 1 transfer | |
712 Gold Runner · 5712 AMTRAK · 790 Pacific Surfliner | 6:18 PM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA | 10h42 | 5:00 AM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 2 transfers | |
718 Gold Runner · 5818 AMTRAK | 1:48 AM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA | 9h52 | 11:40 AM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Oakland, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Trains from Oakland, CA to Santa Ana, CA run on average 9 times per day, taking around 11h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $64 (€51) but you can travel from only $60 (€48) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 373 miles (601 km) distance in 9h 52m.
Distance 373 miles (601 km) |
Average train duration 11h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $64 (€51) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 9h 52m |
First train 00:15 |
Last train 23:30 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Oakland, CA to Santa Ana, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Oakland, CA and Santa Ana, CA from $60 (€48). 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 Oakland, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oakland, 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 Oakland, CA to Santa Ana, CA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby, with several public parking lots in the vicinity.
- Yoshi's Oakland
- Scott's Seafood Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- Waterfront Hotel
- Z Hotel Jack London Square
- Executive Inn & Suites
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak services
- Bus: AC Transit lines 12, 72, 72M
- Ferry: San Francisco Bay Ferry
- 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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