The cheapest and fastest trains from Santa Ana, CA to Grover Beach, CA
Cheapest price
$52
Average price
$52
Fastest journey
6 h 2 m
Average duration
6 h 2 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
295 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santa Ana, CA to Grover Beach, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santa Ana, CA to Grover Beach, CA will cost around $52 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $52.
Of the 1 trains that leave Santa Ana, CA for Grover Beach, CA on Mon, Jun 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 295 km distance in an average of 6 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 2 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 6 h 2 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.
3:04 PM6h02Santa Ana, CA9:06 PMGrover Beach, CA$521One-way0 transfers
3:04 PM6h02Santa Ana, CA9:06 PMGrover Beach, CA$521One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Santa Ana, CA to Grover Beach, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santa Ana, CA to Grover Beach, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $49. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $49, and a bus costs an average of $67.
Distance: 183 miles (295 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$51 Average price Cheapest | $67 Average price | $42 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 28m Average total duration Fastest 5h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 55m Average total duration 16h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Santa Ana, CA to Grover Beach, CA:
A train is $17 (€14) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Santa Ana, CA to Grover Beach, CA costing on average $67 (€55).
Other travel options to Grover Beach, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 16h 25m.
Tickets start at around $51 (€41) compared to roughly $42 (€34) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-8.65 (€-7.08). The journey takes 5h 58m versus 3h 49m 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
Santa Ana, CA to Grover Beach, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Santa Ana, CA to Grover Beach, CA trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
761 Pacific Surfliner · 4761 AMTRAK | 6:01 AM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 5h49 | 11:50 AM Grover Beach Station, Grover Beach, CA | 1 transfer | |
765 Pacific Surfliner | 8:04 AM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 6h02 | 2:06 PM Grover Beach Station, Grover Beach, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
769 Pacific Surfliner · 4769 AMTRAK | 10:04 AM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 5h51 | 3:55 PM Grover Beach Station, Grover Beach, CA | 1 transfer | |
777 Pacific Surfliner | 2:04 PM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 6h09 | 8:13 PM Grover Beach Station, Grover Beach, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
785 Pacific Surfliner · 4785 AMTRAK | 6:04 PM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 5h55 | 11:59 PM Grover Beach Station, Grover Beach, CA | 1 transfer |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Santa Ana, CA to Grover Beach, CA
Trains from Santa Ana, CA to Grover Beach, CA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $49 (€40) if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:25, the last at 18:04. The fastest train covers the 183 miles (295 km) distance in 6h 2m.
Distance 183 miles (295 km) |
Average train duration 5h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $49 (€40) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 6h 2m |
First train 4:25 AM |
Last train 6:04 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Santa Ana, CA to Grover Beach, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Santa Ana, CA and Grover Beach, CA from $49 (€40). 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 Santa Ana, CA to Grover Beach, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Ana, CA to Grover Beach, 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 Grover Beach, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Santa Ana, CA to Grover Beach, CA
Most Santa Ana, CA to Grover Beach, CA trains use the Santa Ana Station to Grover Beach Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Santa Ana, CA and Grover Beach, CA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Santa Ana, CA station do trains to Grover Beach, CA leave from?
Getting to Santa Ana Station from Santa Ana city centre
Santa Ana Station is 1 km from Santa Ana city centre. Public transport options include:
Santa Ana Station train station facilities and services
Santa Ana Station has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Olde Ship British Pub & Restaurant, Chapter One: the modern local
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Santa Ana Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Santa Ana Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Santa Ana Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Santa Ana Station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Santa Ana Station: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Santa Ana, Courtyard by Marriott Santa Ana, Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange County Airport.
Which Grover Beach, CA station do trains from Santa Ana, CA arrive at?
Getting to Grover Beach Station from Grover Beach city centre
Grover Beach Station train station facilities and services
Grover Beach Station has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Bike Parking, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Grover Beach Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Grover Beach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Grover Beach Station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Grover Beach Station.
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