The cheapest and fastest trains from Santa Ana, CA to Oakland, CA
Cheapest price
$65
Average price
$234
Fastest journey
11 h 13 m
Average duration
12 h 12 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
601 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santa Ana, CA to Oakland, 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 Oakland, CA will cost around $234 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $65.
It's difficult to get from Santa Ana, CA to Oakland, CA without transferring at least once.
765 Pacific Surfliner · 4765 AMTRAK8:04 AM12h31Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA8:35 PMOakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA$651One-way1 transfer
761 Pacific Surfliner · 5815 AMTRAK · 715 Gold Runner6:01 AM11h13Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA5:14 PMOakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA$1041One-way2 transfers
761 Pacific Surfliner · 5715 AMTRAK · 715 Gold Runner6:01 AM11h13Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA5:14 PMOakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA$1041One-way2 transfers
765 Pacific Surfliner · 5619 AMTRAK · 719 Gold Runner8:04 AM14h20Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA10:24 PMOakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA$1291One-way2 transfers
765 Pacific Surfliner · 4765 AMTRAK · 748 Capitol Corridor8:04 AM13h05Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA9:09 PMOakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA$1611One-way2 transfers
761 Pacific Surfliner · 5815 AMTRAK · 715 Gold Runner6:01 AM11h13Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA5:14 PMOakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA$1041One-way2 transfers
761 Pacific Surfliner · 5715 AMTRAK · 715 Gold Runner6:01 AM11h13Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA5:14 PMOakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA$1041One-way2 transfers
765 Pacific Surfliner · 4765 AMTRAK8:04 AM12h31Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA8:35 PMOakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA$651One-way1 transfer
765 Pacific Surfliner · 14 Coast Starlight8:04 AM13h02Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA9:06 PMOakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA$5351One-way1 transfer
765 Pacific Surfliner · 14 Coast Starlight8:04 AM13h02Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA9:06 PMOakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA$5401One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Santa Ana, CA to Oakland, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santa Ana, CA to Oakland, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $62. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $62, and a flight costs an average of $276.
Distance: 373 miles (601 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$66 Average price Cheapest | $660 Average price | $88 Average price | $82 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 22m Average total duration 10h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 29m Average total duration 11h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Santa Ana, CA to Oakland, CA:
A train is $22 (€18) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Santa Ana, CA to Oakland, CA costing on average $88 (€72).
A train is $594 (€486) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Santa Ana, CA to Oakland, CA costing on average $660 (€540).
Other travel options to Oakland, CA take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 52m.
Bus takes on average 11h 59m.
Tickets start at around $66 (€54) compared to roughly $82 (€67) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $16 (€13). The journey takes 10h 52m versus 6h 19m 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 Oakland, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Santa Ana, CA to Oakland, CA trains for tomorrow, 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 · 5815 AMTRAK · 715 Gold Runner | 6:01 AM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 11h13 | 5:14 PM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA | 2 transfers | |
761 Pacific Surfliner · 5715 AMTRAK · 715 Gold Runner | 6:01 AM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 11h13 | 5:14 PM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA | 2 transfers | |
765 Pacific Surfliner · 4765 AMTRAK | 8:04 AM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 12h31 | 8:35 PM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA | 1 transfer | |
765 Pacific Surfliner · 14 Coast Starlight | 8:04 AM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 13h02 | 9:06 PM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA | 1 transfer | |
765 Pacific Surfliner · 4765 AMTRAK · 748 Capitol Corridor | 8:04 AM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 13h05 | 9:09 PM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA | 2 transfers | |
765 Pacific Surfliner · 14 Coast Starlight | 8:04 AM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 13h02 | 9:06 PM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA | 1 transfer | |
765 Pacific Surfliner · 5619 AMTRAK · 719 Gold Runner | 8:04 AM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 14h20 | 10:24 PM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Santa Ana, CA to Oakland, CA
Trains from Santa Ana, CA to Oakland, CA run on average 12 times per day, taking around 10h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $62 (€51) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 373 miles (601 km) distance in 11h 13m.
Distance 373 miles (601 km) |
Average train duration 10h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $62 (€51) |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 11h 13m |
First train 12:15 AM |
Last train 11:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Amtrak, Metrolink Trains from Santa Ana, CA to Oakland, CA trainsAmtrak, Metrolink Trains trains will get you between Santa Ana, CA and Oakland, CA from $62 (€51). 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 Oakland, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Ana, CA to Oakland, 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 Oakland, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Santa Ana, CA to Oakland, 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
- 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
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