The cheapest and fastest trains from San Diego, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£25
Fastest journey
1 h 58 m
Average duration
1 h 58 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
132 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Diego, CA to Santa Ana, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from San Diego, CA to Santa Ana, CA will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
Of the 2 trains that leave San Diego, CA for Santa Ana, CA every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 132 km distance in an average of 1 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 58 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 58 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 and coach for San Diego, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Diego, CA to Santa Ana, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 132 km
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2h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 42m Average total duration 2h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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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 13 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 15:01 San Diego, CA | 1h58 | 16:59 Santa Ana, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from San Diego, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Trains from San Diego, CA to Santa Ana, CA run on average 18 times per day, taking around 1h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
There are 17 trains per day. 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 |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 17 |
Fastest train 1h 58m |
First train 03:50 |
Last train 23:12 |
Train companies: Amtrak from San Diego, CA to Santa Ana, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between San Diego, CA and Santa Ana, CA from £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: 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
- 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with various public and private options.
- The Fish Market
- Karl Strauss Brewing Company
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- $1.25
- The Westin San Diego
- The Guild Hotel, San Diego, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
- Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for Amtrak and Coaster trains
- Hall 2: Trolley connections
- San Diego Trolley: Blue Line, Green Line
- Bus: Several lines available
- Amtrak: Pacific Surfliner
- 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available with several spaces for commuters and visitors.
- Casa Guadalajara
- Old Town Mexican Cafe
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $0.25
- Old Town Inn
- Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Diego Old Town
- Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for Amtrak and Coaster trains
- Hall 2: Trolley connections
- Trolley: Green Line
- Bus: Several lines available including 8, 9, 10, 28, 30, 35, 44, 88, 105, 150, 923, 928
- 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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