Santa Rosa to Santa Ana Train - Amtrak Tickets CHF 69

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Santa Rosa to Santa Ana Train Schedule

Trip Summary

There are usually 2 daily train trips available from Santa Rosa to Santa Ana. Traveling by train from Santa Rosa to Santa Ana usually takes 12 hours and 29 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 11 hours and 25 minutes.

	Distance	422 mi (680 km)
	Fastest train	11h 25m
	Lowest price	CHF 68.69
	Most frequent service	Amtrak
	Train lines	1

Price trends for trains from Santa Rosa to Santa Ana

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Which train should you take from Santa Rosa to Santa Ana?

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

Train	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
Amtrak	2	12h 30m	CHF 74.59

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 Rosa to Santa Ana every day, as well as 2 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from CHF 69.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Santa Rosa to Santa Ana

While the train is the main method of transportation from Santa Rosa to Santa Ana, 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 Rosa and Santa Ana is approximately 422 miles, or 680 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 12 hours and 29 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 11 hours and 25 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 Rosa to Santa Ana on Monday. Tickets for Monday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Friday. Friday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.

The earliest train departs Santa Rosa at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 3:00pm. 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 Rosa 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 Santa Ana to Santa Rosa.

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 Rosa?

Main departure station: JC Penney Bus Stop

There is one train station in Santa Rosa.

All train stations in Santa Rosa:

JC Penney Bus Stop

Where is the train station in Santa Ana?

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

Santa Ana has one train station.

All train stations in Santa Ana:

Reg Transp Ctr - 1000 E Santa Ana Blvd

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