The cheapest and fastest trains from Santa Ana, CA to Encinitas, CA
Cheapest price
$22
Average price
$22
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 10 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
95 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santa Ana, CA to Encinitas, 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 Encinitas, CA will cost around $22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
Of the 1 trains that leave Santa Ana, CA for Encinitas, CA on Fri, Nov 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 95 km distance in an average of 1 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 1 h 10 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 bus and train for Santa Ana, CA to Encinitas, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santa Ana, CA to Encinitas, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a train costs an average of €19.
Distance: 59 miles (95 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€20 Average price | €13 Average price Cheapest |
1h 46m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 50m Average total duration 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Santa Ana, CA to Encinitas, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Santa Ana, CA to Encinitas, CA trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:01 PM Santa Ana, CA | 1h21 | 7:22 PM Encinitas, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Santa Ana, CA to Encinitas, CA
Distance 59 miles (95 km) |
Average train duration 1h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Trains per day 29 |
Direct trains 29 |
Fastest train 1h 21m |
First train 04:40 |
Last train 21:57 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Santa Ana, CA to Encinitas, CA start from as low as $23 (€19) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $25 (€20) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: Amtrak from Santa Ana, CA to Encinitas, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Santa Ana, CA and Encinitas, CA from $15 (€12). 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 Encinitas, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Ana, CA to Encinitas, 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 Encinitas, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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