The cheapest and fastest trains from Santa Ana, CA to New Orleans, LA
Cheapest price
$687
Average price
$687
Fastest journey
2 d 21 h 43 m
Average duration
2 d 21 h 43 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
2651 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santa Ana, CA to New Orleans, LA 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 New Orleans, LA will cost around $687 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $687.
Of the 1 trains that leave Santa Ana, CA for New Orleans, LA on Tue, Dec 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 2651 km distance in an average of 2 d 21 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 d 21 h 43 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 2 d 21 h 43 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 New Orleans, LA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santa Ana, CA to New Orleans, LA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €147. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €147, and a train costs an average of €551.
Distance: 1647 miles (2651 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€551 Average price | €347 Average price | €147 Average price Cheapest |
54h 56m Average total duration 54h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 43m Average total duration Fastest 4h 43m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 41h 30m Average total duration 41h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Santa Ana, CA to New Orleans, LA
Trains from Santa Ana, CA to New Orleans, LA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 54h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $687 (€551) but you can travel from only $184 (€147) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 23:04, the last at 23:04. The fastest train covers the 1647 miles (2651 km) distance in 69h 43m.
Distance 1647 miles (2651 km) |
Average train duration 54h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $687 (€551) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 69h 43m |
First train 23:04 |
Last train 23:04 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Metrolink Trains from Santa Ana, CA to New Orleans, LA trainsAmtrak, Metrolink Trains trains will get you between Santa Ana, CA and New Orleans, LA from $184 (€147). 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 New Orleans, LA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Ana, CA to New Orleans, LA 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 New Orleans, LA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Santa Ana, CA to New Orleans, LA
- 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
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station, accessible 24/7.
- Cochon Restaurant
- Herbsaint
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- Hyatt Regency New Orleans
- Le Pavillon Hotel
- Drury Plaza Hotel New Orleans
- 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
- Hall 3: bus and streetcar connections
- Bus: Several lines available
- Streetcar: Loyola-UPT Line
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