The cheapest and fastest trains from San Francisco, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Cheapest price
$68
Average price
$98
Fastest journey
10 h 55 m
Average duration
11 h 39 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
608 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Francisco, 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 San Francisco, CA to Santa Ana, CA will cost around $98 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $68.
It's difficult to get from San Francisco, CA to Santa Ana, CA without transferring at least once.
4794 AMTRAK · 794 Pacific Surfliner10:10 AM12h50San Francisco, CA11:00 PMSanta Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA$681One-way1 transfer
6642 AMTRAK · 718 Gold Runner · 5818 AMTRAK4:45 PM10h55San Francisco, CA3:40 AMSanta Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA$981One-way2 transfers
6612 AMTRAK · 712 Gold Runner · 5812 AMTRAK · 790 Pacific Surfliner9:40 AM11h20San Francisco, CA9:00 PMSanta Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA$1121One-way3 transfers
6610 AMTRAK · 710 Gold Runner · 5810 AMTRAK · 786 Pacific Surfliner7:30 AM11h30San Francisco, CA7:00 PMSanta Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA$1121One-way3 transfers
6642 AMTRAK · 718 Gold Runner · 5818 AMTRAK4:45 PM10h55San Francisco, CA3:40 AMSanta Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA$981One-way2 transfers
6612 AMTRAK · 712 Gold Runner · 5812 AMTRAK · 790 Pacific Surfliner9:40 AM11h20San Francisco, CA9:00 PMSanta Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA$1121One-way3 transfers
6610 AMTRAK · 710 Gold Runner · 5810 AMTRAK · 786 Pacific Surfliner7:30 AM11h30San Francisco, CA7:00 PMSanta Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA$1121One-way3 transfers
4794 AMTRAK · 794 Pacific Surfliner10:10 AM12h50San Francisco, CA11:00 PMSanta Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA$681One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for San Francisco, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Francisco, CA to Santa Ana, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $65. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $65, and a flight costs an average of $135.
Distance: 377 miles (608 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$68 Average price Cheapest | $290 Average price | $79 Average price | $85 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 1m Average total duration 11h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 57m Average total duration 11h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from San Francisco, CA to Santa Ana, CA:
A train is $11 (€9) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from San Francisco, CA to Santa Ana, CA costing on average $79 (€64).
A train is $222 (€180) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from San Francisco, CA to Santa Ana, CA costing on average $290 (€235).
Other travel options to Santa Ana, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 11h 27m.
Train takes on average 11h 31m.
Tickets start at around $68 (€55) compared to roughly $85 (€69) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $17 (€14). The journey takes 11h 31m versus 6h 17m 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
San Francisco, CA to Santa Ana, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for San Francisco, CA to Santa Ana, CA trains for today, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
6610 AMTRAK · 710 Gold Runner · 5810 AMTRAK · 786 Pacific Surfliner | 7:30 AM San Francisco, CA | 11h30 | 7:00 PM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 3 transfers | |
6612 AMTRAK · 712 Gold Runner · 5812 AMTRAK · 790 Pacific Surfliner | 9:40 AM San Francisco, CA | 11h20 | 9:00 PM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 3 transfers | |
4794 AMTRAK · 794 Pacific Surfliner | 10:10 AM San Francisco, CA | 12h50 | 11:00 PM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 1 transfer | |
6642 AMTRAK · 718 Gold Runner · 5818 AMTRAK | 4:45 PM San Francisco, CA | 10h55 | 3:40 AM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from San Francisco, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Trains from San Francisco, CA to Santa Ana, CA run on average 12 times per day, taking around 11h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $65 (€53) but you can travel from only $43 (€34) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 377 miles (608 km) distance in 12h 40m.
Distance 377 miles (608 km) |
Average train duration 11h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $65 (€53) |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 12h 40m |
First train 12:15 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from San Francisco, CA to Santa Ana, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between San Francisco, CA and Santa Ana, CA from $43 (€34). 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 San Francisco, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Francisco, 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 San Francisco, CA to Santa Ana, CA
- 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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