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Santa Ana to Yosemite Valley Train Schedule

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Trip Summary

You can pick from 2 daily train trips between Santa Ana and Yosemite Valley. The average train journey from Santa Ana to Yosemite Valley takes 15 hours and 1 minute, but some Amtrak train trips are as short as 14 hours and 46 minutes.

	Distance	293 mi (471 km)
	Fastest train	14h 46m
	Lowest price	PLN 259.57
	Most frequent service	Amtrak
	Train lines	1

What is the price of a train ticket from Santa Ana to Yosemite Valley?

In the last 30 days, the average cost of a train ticket from Santa Ana to Yosemite Valley was PLN 259.57. You have the best chances of scoring the cheapest ticket to Yosemite Valley if you book your train tickets at least 15 days in advance. Waiting to purchase until the day of your trip could end up costing you an extra PLN 48.21.

Monthly avg. prices

You can find the lowest prices on this route during January. This time of year offers the best deals on train tickets from Santa Ana to Yosemite Valley, with the average price at just PLN 234. Train tickets on this route are most expensive in November, when the average price goes up to PLN 282. You can still score cheap deals below this average price, though, especially if you plan ahead and book your ticket in advance.

Which train should you take from Santa Ana to Yosemite Valley?

Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Santa Ana to Yosemite Valley. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.

Train	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
Amtrak	2	15h 2m	PLN 289.76

Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there are 2 Amtrak trains from Santa Ana to Yosemite Valley every day, as well as 6 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from PLN 260.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Santa Ana to Yosemite Valley

While the train is the main method of transportation from Santa Ana to Yosemite Valley, it will only take you part of the way there. Please note that part of your trip will be on a different vehicle, most commonly a bus or express shuttle.

The distance between Santa Ana and Yosemite Valley is approximately 293 miles, or 471 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 15 hours and 1 minute, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 14 hours and 46 minutes.

Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.

On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Santa Ana to Yosemite Valley on Sunday. Tickets for Sunday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Tuesday. Tuesday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.

The earliest train departs Santa Ana at 12:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 6:00am. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

Trains leave the station in Santa Ana twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. However, there are no direct trains. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your carry-on luggage with you when you change trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Yosemite Valley to Santa Ana.

City Information

Santa Ana

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Santa Ana is a sunny city in Orange County located between Anaheim and Irvine in the greater Los Angeles area. Downtown Santa Ana bustles with independent breweries, diverse restaurants, unique retail shops, weekly pop-up markets, and art centers. This lively downtown area, in addition to Santa Ana's live-work housing and creative working spaces, make it attractive to young professionals.

One of the most popular spots for visitors is the Santa Ana Zoo, where little ones can enjoy a carousel and mini-train ride along with the animal exhibits. Architecture enthusiasts will love seeing the Bowers Museum, built in a Mission Revival style, and the Heritage Museum, which has restored homes from the 1890s.

The Orange County Transportation Authority and several shuttle services provide transit within Santa Ana. Santa Ana is easily accessible from over 20 other cities by Amtrak Thruway bus or on the Amtrak Pacific Surfliner train. The primary airport for Orange County, John Wayne Airport, is located in Santa Ana and also makes it easy to travel to this vibrant SoCal spot.

Station Information

Where is the train station in Santa Ana?

Main departure station: Reg Transp Ctr - 1000 E Santa Ana Blvd

There is one train station in Santa Ana.

All train stations in Santa Ana:

Reg Transp Ctr - 1000 E Santa Ana Blvd

Where is the train station in Yosemite Valley?

Main arrival station: Yosemite Valley Visitors Center

There are more train stations and stops in Yosemite Valley than most cities. Most trains from Santa Ana will stop at one (or more) of the 3 following stations in Yosemite Valley:

All train stations in Yosemite Valley:

Yosemite Valley Visitors Center
Camp 4
9010 Curry Village Drive

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