769 Pacific Surfliner8:012h01Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA10:02Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA£241One-way0 changes
761 Pacific Surfliner4:011h58Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA5:59Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA£241One-way0 changes
765 Pacific Surfliner6:012h01Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA8:02Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA£241One-way0 changes
567 Pacific Surfliner7:012h01Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA9:02Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA£241One-way0 changes
579 Pacific Surfliner13:101h52Old Town Station, San Diego, CA15:02Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA£241One-way0 changes
595 Pacific Surfliner21:101h49Old Town Station, San Diego, CA22:59Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA£241One-way0 changes
761 Pacific Surfliner4:101h49Old Town Station, San Diego, CA5:59Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA£241One-way0 changes
579 Pacific Surfliner13:101h52Old Town Station, San Diego, CA15:02Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA£241One-way0 changes
593 Pacific Surfliner20:101h52Old Town Station, San Diego, CA22:02Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA£241One-way0 changes
765 Pacific Surfliner6:101h52Old Town Station, San Diego, CA8:02Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA£241One-way0 changes
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Compare train and coach for San Diego, CA to Santa Ana, CA
The cheapest option from San Diego to Santa Ana is coach, with an average price of £20. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from San Diego to Santa Ana among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg.
Distance: 132 km
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Live departures
San Diego, CA to Santa Ana, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for San Diego, CA to Santa Ana, CA trains for today, Thursday 2 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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761 Pacific Surfliner | 4:01 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 1h58 | 5:59 Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
761 Pacific Surfliner | 4:10 Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 1h49 | 5:59 Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
765 Pacific Surfliner | 6:01 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 2h01 | 8:02 Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
765 Pacific Surfliner | 6:10 Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 1h52 | 8:02 Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
567 Pacific Surfliner | 7:01 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 2h01 | 9:02 Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
567 Pacific Surfliner | 7:10 Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 1h52 | 9:02 Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
769 Pacific Surfliner | 8:01 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 2h01 | 10:02 Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
769 Pacific Surfliner | 8:10 Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 1h52 | 10:02 Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
573 Pacific Surfliner | 10:01 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 2h01 | 12:02 Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
573 Pacific Surfliner | 10:10 Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 1h52 | 12:02 Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
777 Pacific Surfliner | 12:01 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 2h01 | 14:02 Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
777 Pacific Surfliner | 12:10 Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 1h52 | 14:02 Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
579 Pacific Surfliner | 13:01 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 2h01 | 15:02 Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
579 Pacific Surfliner | 13:10 Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 1h52 | 15:02 Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
581 Pacific Surfliner | 14:01 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 2h01 | 16:02 Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
581 Pacific Surfliner | 14:10 Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 1h52 | 16:02 Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
785 Pacific Surfliner | 16:01 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 2h01 | 18:02 Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
785 Pacific Surfliner | 16:10 Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 1h52 | 18:02 Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
587 Pacific Surfliner | 17:01 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 2h03 | 19:04 Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
587 Pacific Surfliner | 17:10 Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 1h54 | 19:04 Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
591 Pacific Surfliner | 19:01 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 2h01 | 21:02 Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
591 Pacific Surfliner | 19:10 Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 1h52 | 21:02 Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
593 Pacific Surfliner | 20:01 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 2h01 | 22:02 Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
593 Pacific Surfliner | 20:10 Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 1h52 | 22:02 Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
595 Pacific Surfliner | 21:01 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 1h58 | 22:59 Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
595 Pacific Surfliner | 21:10 Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 1h49 | 22:59 Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from San Diego, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Typically, there are 21 trains per day from San Diego to Santa Ana, including 20 direct trains, taking around 1h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:50, the last at 23:12. The fastest train covers the 132 km distance in 1h 58m.
Distance 132 km |
Average train duration 1h 55m |
Lowest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 21 |
Direct trains 20 |
Fastest train 1h 58m |
First train 3:50 |
Last train 23:12 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Mon |
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FAQs: San Diego, CA to Santa Ana, CA train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Diego, CA to Santa Ana, 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 Santa Ana, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in San Diego, CA and Santa Ana, CA
Most San Diego, CA to Santa Ana, CA trains use the Santa Fe Depot to Santa Ana Station station pair. Use this guide to compare San Diego, CA and Santa Ana, CA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which San Diego, CA station do trains to Santa Ana, CA leave from?
Getting to Santa Fe Depot from San Diego city centre
Santa Fe Depot is 1 km from San Diego city centre. Public transport options include:
Santa Fe Depot train station facilities and services
Santa Fe Depot has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Fish Market, Karl Strauss Brewing Company
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Santa Fe Depot. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Santa Fe Depot. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Santa Fe Depot: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Santa Fe Depot: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Santa Fe Depot: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include The Westin San Diego, The Guild Hotel, San Diego, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown.
Getting to Old Town Station from San Diego city centre
Old Town Station is 5 km from San Diego city centre. Public transport options include:
Old Town Station train station facilities and services
Old Town Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Casa Guadalajara, Old Town Mexican Cafe
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Old Town Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Old Town Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Old Town Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Old Town Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Old Town Station: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Town Inn, Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Diego Old Town, Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town.
Which Santa Ana, CA station do trains from San Diego, CA arrive at?
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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