The cheapest and fastest trains from Santa Ana, CA to San Diego, CA
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
2 h 6 m
Average duration
2 h 6 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
132 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santa Ana, CA to San Diego, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santa Ana, CA to San Diego, CA will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
Of the 2 trains that leave Santa Ana, CA for San Diego, 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 2 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 6 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 6 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.
0:012h06Santa Ana, CA2:07San Diego, CA£241One-way0 changes
19:012h06Santa Ana, CA21:07San Diego, CA£241One-way0 changes
19:012h06Santa Ana, CA21:07San Diego, CA£241One-way0 changes
0:012h06Santa Ana, CA2:07San Diego, CA£241One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Santa Ana, CA to San Diego, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santa Ana, CA to San Diego, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 54m. 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 £11, and a train costs an average of £23.
Distance: 132 km
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£24 Average Price | £19 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 28m Average total duration 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Santa Ana, CA to San Diego, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Santa Ana, CA to San Diego, CA trains for today, Thursday 7 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
562 Pacific Surfliner | 7:01 Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 2h03 | 9:04 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
562 Pacific Surfliner | 7:01 Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 1h48 | 8:49 Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
564 Pacific Surfliner | 8:01 Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 1h51 | 9:52 Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
564 Pacific Surfliner | 8:01 Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 2h06 | 10:07 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
566 Pacific Surfliner | 9:01 Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 2h06 | 11:07 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
566 Pacific Surfliner | 9:01 Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 1h51 | 10:52 Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
770 Pacific Surfliner | 11:01 Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 1h51 | 12:52 Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
770 Pacific Surfliner | 11:01 Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 2h06 | 13:07 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
572 Pacific Surfliner | 12:01 Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 1h51 | 13:52 Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
572 Pacific Surfliner | 12:01 Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 2h06 | 14:07 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
774 Pacific Surfliner | 13:01 Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 1h51 | 14:52 Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
774 Pacific Surfliner | 13:01 Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 2h06 | 15:07 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
580 Pacific Surfliner | 16:01 Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 1h51 | 17:52 Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
580 Pacific Surfliner | 16:01 Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 2h06 | 18:07 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
782 Pacific Surfliner | 17:01 Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 1h51 | 18:52 Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
782 Pacific Surfliner | 17:01 Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 2h06 | 19:07 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 8 May | |||||
![]() | 0:01 Santa Ana, CA | 2h06 | 2:07 San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 7 May | |||||
584 Pacific Surfliner | 18:01 Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 1h51 | 19:52 Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
584 Pacific Surfliner | 18:01 Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 2h06 | 20:07 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
786 Pacific Surfliner | 19:01 Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 2h06 | 21:07 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
786 Pacific Surfliner | 19:01 Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 1h51 | 20:52 Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
588 Pacific Surfliner | 20:01 Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 1h51 | 21:52 Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
588 Pacific Surfliner | 20:01 Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 2h06 | 22:07 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
790 Pacific Surfliner | 21:01 Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 1h50 | 22:51 Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
790 Pacific Surfliner | 21:01 Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 2h06 | 23:07 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
794 Pacific Surfliner | 23:01 Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 1h49 | 0:50 Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
794 Pacific Surfliner | 23:01 Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 2h03 | 1:04 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Santa Ana, CA to San Diego, CA
Trains from Santa Ana, CA to San Diego, CA run on average 20 times per day, taking around 1h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
There are 18 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:50, the last at 23:01. The fastest train covers the 132 km distance in 2h 3m.
Distance 132 km |
Average train duration 1h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 20 |
Direct trains 18 |
Fastest train 2h 3m |
First train 3:50 |
Last train 23:01 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Amtrak from Santa Ana, CA to San Diego, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Santa Ana, CA and San Diego, CA from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Santa Ana, CA to San Diego, CA train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Ana, CA to San Diego, 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 San Diego, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Santa Ana, CA and San Diego, 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
- 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
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