The cheapest and fastest trains from Santa Ana, CA to Sacramento, CA
Cheapest price
$105
Average price
$134
Fastest journey
10 h 34 m
Average duration
11 h 4 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
628 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santa Ana, CA to Sacramento, 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 Sacramento, CA will cost around $134 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $105.
It's difficult to get from Santa Ana, CA to Sacramento, CA without transferring at least 2 times.
573 Pacific Surfliner · 5703 AMTRAK · 703 Gold Runner
761 Pacific Surfliner · 5815 AMTRAK · 715 Gold Runner · 3715 AMTRAK
765 Pacific Surfliner · 5817 AMTRAK · 717 Gold Runner · 3717 AMTRAK
769 Pacific Surfliner · 5719 AMTRAK · 719 Gold Runner · 3819 AMTRAK
769 Pacific Surfliner · 5719 AMTRAK · 719 Gold Runner · 3819 AMTRAK
761 Pacific Surfliner · 5815 AMTRAK · 715 Gold Runner · 3715 AMTRAK
761 Pacific Surfliner · 5815 AMTRAK · 715 Gold Runner · 3715 AMTRAK
761 Pacific Surfliner · 5815 AMTRAK · 715 Gold Runner · 3815 AMTRAK
573 Pacific Surfliner · 5703 AMTRAK · 703 Gold Runner
765 Pacific Surfliner · 5817 AMTRAK · 717 Gold Runner · 3717 AMTRAKTravel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Santa Ana, CA to Sacramento, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santa Ana, CA to Sacramento, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €48. 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 €48, and a flight costs an average of €50.
Distance: 390 miles (628 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€75 Average price | €57 Average price Cheapest | €196 Average price |
10h 19m Average total duration 9h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 40m Average total duration 11h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 48m Average total duration Fastest 2h 48m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Santa Ana, CA to Sacramento, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Santa Ana, CA to Sacramento, CA trains for today, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:26 AM Santa Ana, CA | 15h23 | 11:49 PM Sacramento, CA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Santa Ana, CA to Sacramento, CA
Trains from Santa Ana, CA to Sacramento, CA run on average 12 times per day, taking around 9h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $90 (€72) but you can travel from only $60 (€48) 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 59m.
Distance 390 miles (628 km) |
Average train duration 9h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $90 (€72) |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 11h 59m |
First train 05:10 |
Last train 23:30 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Metrolink Trains from Santa Ana, CA to Sacramento, CA trainsAmtrak, Metrolink Trains trains will get you between Santa Ana, CA and Sacramento, 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 Santa Ana, CA to Sacramento, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Ana, CA to Sacramento, 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 Sacramento, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Santa Ana, CA to Sacramento, 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 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
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