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Santa Maria Valley Historical Society Museum
Local history museum with exhibits on railroads, farming, ranching, and everyday life in the Santa Maria Valley.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€66
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€66
Fastest journey on Sep 20
5 h 24 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
5 h 24 m
Trains on Sep 20
1
Distance
271 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santa Ana, CA to Santa Maria, 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 Santa Maria, CA will cost around €66 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €66.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 1 trains from Santa Ana, CA to Santa Maria, CA, including 1 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 271 km distance in an average of 5 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 24 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 5 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.


The table below shows live departures for Santa Ana, CA to Santa Maria, CA trains for tomorrow, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:01 PM Santa Ana, CA | 5h24 | 6:25 PM Santa Maria, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Take a train from Santa Ana, CA to Santa Maria, CA and enjoy the approximately 168 miles (271 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 18:04.
Distance 168 miles (271 km) |
First train 4:40 AM |
Last train 6:04 PM |
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Most Santa Ana, CA to Santa Maria, CA trains use the Santa Ana Station to Santa Maria, South Nicholson Avenue (IHOP Restaurant) station pair. Use this guide to compare Santa Ana, CA and Santa Maria, CA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Santa Ana Station is 1 km from Santa Ana city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: The Olde Ship British Pub & Restaurant, Chapter One: the modern local
Ticket office support is available at Santa Ana Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Santa Ana Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Santa Ana Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Santa Ana Station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Santa Ana Station: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Santa Ana, Courtyard by Marriott Santa Ana, Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange County Airport.
Santa Maria, South Nicholson Avenue (IHOP Restaurant) is 1 km from Santa Maria city centre. Public transport options include:
Santa Maria, South Nicholson Avenue (IHOP Restaurant) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: IHOP Restaurant on-site.
Wi-Fi is available at Santa Maria, South Nicholson Avenue (IHOP Restaurant). ATMs are available at Santa Maria, South Nicholson Avenue (IHOP Restaurant).
Ticket office support is available at Santa Maria, South Nicholson Avenue (IHOP Restaurant).
Available at Santa Maria, South Nicholson Avenue (IHOP Restaurant): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Santa Maria, South Nicholson Avenue (IHOP Restaurant): Wheelchair accessible paths available.
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