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Compare bus, train, and flight for Sacramento, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sacramento, CA to Santa Ana, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €57. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €57, and a flight costs an average of €251.
Distance: 390 miles (628 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€73 Average price | €57 Average price Cheapest | €251 Average price |
9h 56m Average total duration 9h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 5m Average total duration 9h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 48m Average total duration Fastest 2h 48m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Sacramento, CA to Santa Ana, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Sacramento, CA to Santa Ana, CA trains for today, Thursday, February 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:50 PM Sacramento, CA | 11h10 | 4:00 AM Santa Ana, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sacramento, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Trains from Sacramento, CA to Santa Ana, CA run on average 8 times per day, taking around 9h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $91 (€73) but you can travel from only $72 (€57) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 390 miles (628 km) distance in 11h 10m.
Distance 390 miles (628 km) |
Average train duration 9h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $91 (€73) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 11h 10m |
First train 05:10 |
Last train 23:30 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Sacramento, CA to Santa Ana, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Sacramento, CA and Santa Ana, CA from $72 (€57). 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 Sacramento, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sacramento, 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 Sacramento, CA to Santa Ana, CA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with both short-term and long-term options.
- The Firehouse Restaurant
- Ten22
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- $1
- Embassy Suites by Hilton Sacramento Riverfront Promenade
- Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown - Arena
- Kimpton Sawyer Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- 60 places, covered
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a main hall with ticketing and waiting areas, platforms are accessible via a concourse.
- Light Rail: Blue Line, Gold Line
- Bus: Several lines available including local and regional buses
- 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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