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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Santa Ana, CA to San Francisco, CA
Cheapest price
$75
Average price
$75
Fastest journey
12 h 24 m
Average duration
12 h 24 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
608 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santa Ana, CA to San Francisco, 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 San Francisco, CA will cost around $75 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $75.
Of the 1 trains that leave Santa Ana, CA for San Francisco, CA on Fri, Nov 28, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 28 the direct trains cover the 608 km distance in an average of 12 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 h 24 m .
On Fri, Nov 28 the slowest trains will take 12 h 24 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.
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Santa Ana, CA to San Francisco, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santa Ana, CA to San Francisco, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €61. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €61, and a flight costs an average of €136.
Distance: 377 miles (608 km)
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Live departures
Santa Ana, CA to San Francisco, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Santa Ana, CA to San Francisco, CA trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 1:01 PM Santa Ana, CA | 12h24 | 1:25 AM San Francisco, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Santa Ana, CA to San Francisco, CA
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Trains from Santa Ana, CA to San Francisco, CA run on average 22 times per day, taking around 11h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $75 (€61) but you can travel from only $67 (€55) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 377 miles (608 km) distance in 12h 24m.
Distance 377 miles (608 km) |
Average train duration 11h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $75 (€61) |
Trains per day 22 |
Fastest train 12h 24m |
First train 00:05 |
Last train 23:45 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Metrolink Trains from Santa Ana, CA to San Francisco, CA trainsAmtrak, Metrolink Trains trains will get you between Santa Ana, CA and San Francisco, CA from $67 (€55). 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 San Francisco, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Ana, CA to San Francisco, 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 San Francisco, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Santa Ana, CA to San Francisco, CA
Lockers
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 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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