The cheapest and fastest trains from Berkeley, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Cheapest price
$81
Average price
$81
Fastest journey
13 h 42 m
Average duration
13 h 42 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
607 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berkeley, CA to Santa Ana, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berkeley, CA to Santa Ana, CA will cost around $81 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $81.
Of the 1 trains that leave Berkeley, CA for Santa Ana, CA on Thu, Apr 02, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Apr 02 the direct trains cover the 607 km distance in an average of 13 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 13 h 42 m .
On Thu, Apr 02 the slowest trains will take 13 h 42 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.
5:18 PM13h42Berkeley, CA7:00 AMSanta Ana, CA$811One-way0 transfers
5:18 PM13h42Berkeley, CA7:00 AMSanta Ana, CA$811One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Berkeley, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Berkeley, CA to Santa Ana, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $79. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $79, and a flight costs an average of $217.
Distance: 377 miles (607 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$87 Average price Cheapest | $322 Average price | $114 Average price |
13h 22m Average total duration 12h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 47m Average total duration Fastest 2h 47m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 14h 34m Average total duration 14h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Berkeley, CA to Santa Ana, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Berkeley, CA to Santa Ana, CA trains for today, Wednesday, April 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:18 PM Berkeley, CA | 13h42 | 7:00 AM Santa Ana, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Berkeley, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Trains from Berkeley, CA to Santa Ana, CA run on average 3 times per day, taking around 12h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $79 (€65) but you can travel from only $76 (€62) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 377 miles (607 km) distance in 10h 5m.
Distance 377 miles (607 km) |
Average train duration 12h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $79 (€65) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 10h 5m |
First train 12:15 AM |
Last train 11:30 PM |
Train companies: Amtrak from Berkeley, CA to Santa Ana, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Berkeley, CA and Santa Ana, CA from $76 (€62). 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 Berkeley, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berkeley, 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
Popular train stations from Berkeley, CA to Santa Ana, 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
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