The cheapest and fastest trains from Santa Ana, CA to Carlsbad, CA
Cheapest price
€17
Average price
€18
Fastest journey
1 h 3 m
Average duration
1 h 4 m
Trains per day
26
Distance
81 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santa Ana, CA to Carlsbad, 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 Carlsbad, CA will cost around €18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
Of the 26 trains that leave Santa Ana, CA for Carlsbad, CA on Thu, Aug 06, 26 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct trains cover the 81 km distance in an average of 1 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 3 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest trains will take 1 h 6 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.
770 Pacific Surfliner11:01 AM1h06Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA12:07 PMOceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA€171One-way0 transfers
562 Pacific Surfliner7:01 AM1h03Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA8:04 AMOceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA€171One-way0 transfers
566 Pacific Surfliner9:01 AM1h06Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA10:07 AMOceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA€171One-way0 transfers
790 Pacific Surfliner9:01 PM1h03Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA10:04 PMOceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA€171One-way0 transfers
786 Pacific Surfliner7:01 PM1h06Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA8:07 PMOceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA€171One-way0 transfers
562 Pacific Surfliner7:01 AM1h03Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA8:04 AMOceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA€171One-way0 transfers
790 Pacific Surfliner9:01 PM1h03Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA10:04 PMOceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA€171One-way0 transfers
794 Pacific Surfliner11:01 PM1h03Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA12:04 AMOceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA€171One-way0 transfers
770 Pacific Surfliner11:01 AM1h06Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA12:07 PMOceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA€171One-way0 transfers
566 Pacific Surfliner9:01 AM1h06Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA10:07 AMOceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside, CA€171One-way0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Santa Ana, CA to Carlsbad, CA
Trains from Santa Ana, CA to Carlsbad, CA run on average 25 times per day, taking around 1h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €16 but you can travel from only €15 by bus.
There are 25 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:57, the last at 23:01. The fastest train covers the 50 miles (81 km) distance in 1h 3m.
Distance 50 miles (81 km) |
Average train duration 1h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Trains per day 25 |
Direct trains 25 |
Fastest train 1h 3m |
First train 4:57 AM |
Last train 11:01 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Amtrak from Santa Ana, CA to Carlsbad, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Santa Ana, CA and Carlsbad, CA from €15. 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 Carlsbad, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Ana, CA to Carlsbad, 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 Carlsbad, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Santa Ana, CA to Carlsbad, CA
Most Santa Ana, CA to Carlsbad, CA trains use the Santa Ana Station to Oceanside Transportation Center station pair. Use this guide to compare Santa Ana, CA and Carlsbad, 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 Carlsbad, 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.
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