Cheap train tickets from New York to Santa Ana

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Trip Summary

There is one daily train from New York to Santa Ana. Traveling by train from New York to Santa Ana usually takes 3 days, 2 hours, and 55 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 3 days, 1 hour, and 25 minutes.

Distance: 2435 mi (3918 km)
Fastest train: 73h 25m
Lowest price: €475.49
Trains per day: 1
Most frequent service: Amtrak
Train lines: 1

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New York to Santa Ana Train Schedule

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Is it better to travel by bus or train from New York to Santa Ana?

There are usually 15 daily bus trips available from New York to Santa Ana.

	Train	Bus
Avg. Price	Avg. Price€572.38	Avg. Price€275.01Cheaper
Daily Trips	Daily Trips1	Daily Trips15
Duration	Duration74h 55mFaster	Duration76h 12m

There are several train options that can take you from New York to Santa Ana:

Amtrak tickets: €475 one-way

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What is the price of a train ticket from New York to Santa Ana?

In the last month, train tickets from New York to Santa Ana cost about €475 when booked at the cheapest time. Considering the distance between New York and Santa Ana, tickets on this route are relatively expensive. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 11 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around €193.78 more if you wait to book until the last minute.

Average train ticket prices from New York to Santa Ana by travel date

Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from New York to Santa Ana will cost between €304 and €475. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.

Average train ticket prices from New York to Santa Ana by month

Ticket prices for the train from New York to Santa Ana often fluctuate based on the time of year. For the best prices on this route, book in March when the average ticket price is only €326. If you're thinking of traveling from New York to Santa Ana during June, keep in mind that train ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of €547 during this time of year. The best way to score a cheap deal, even in June, is to book your trip well in advance.

Prices as travel date approaches

By booking your train trip from New York to Santa Ana on Wanderu at least 11 days ahead of time, you can save about €193.78 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!

Which train should you take from New York to Santa Ana?

Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects New York to Santa Ana. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.

Train	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
Amtrak	1	74h 55m	€572.38

Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from New York to Santa Ana

Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. However, it is not a direct train. 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 transfer 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 New York. If you're not set on traveling by train, you could always take the bus from New York to Santa Ana for €146.

Trains per day

Direct trains

The distance between New York and Santa Ana is approximately 2,435 miles. The average train journey between these two cities takes 3 days, 2 hours, and 55 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 days, 1 hour, 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.

Distance (mi)

2435

Distance (km)

3918

Most days, there is only one train which leaves New York at 10:35 AM and arrives in Santa Ana around 73 hours later.

First train

10:35am

Last train

10:35am

Trains from New York to Santa Ana are the most crowded on Wednesday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Wednesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

Busiest

Wednesday

Least crowded

Wednesday

City Information

New York

New York is one of the most exciting cities in the world for a reason – it offers numerous opportunities for a great time to visitors of all ages and interests. For the culturally inclined travelers, the city boasts a unique collection of world-famous museums, as well as the chance to see the best plays and musicals that Broadway has to offer, or check out the latest production at the Metropolitan Opera. If sightseeing is your cardio, NYC is the place to be – just by walking around town, you can visit such iconic landmarks like the Empire State Building, the Brooklyn Bridge, and Times Square. Or hop on a ferry to Liberty Island to meet the Statue of Liberty up-close and personal.

NYC’s five boroughs feature more than 1,700 parks, including the gorgeous Central Park, making it one of the best cities for outdoor activities in the country. As for the nightlife, there’s no argument that New York City is the biggest party hub in the U.S.

With three major bus and train stations in Manhattan alone – Port Authority, Grand Central & Penn Station – and three nearby airports, NYC is one of the predominant travel hubs in the world. If you are ever looking to get out of town, NYC is centrally connected throughout the state and region, you can easily hop on a train to Albany to go explore upstate New York.

Santa Ana

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 New York?

Main departure station: Penn Station

Pennsylvania Station, or just Penn Station, is the main train station in New York City. All Amtrak trains to and from NYC use Penn Station as their only train stop in Manhattan. Penn Station offers easy connections to various other types of transportation, including commuter rail (the Long Island Rail Road and the NJ Transit both operate out of Penn Station), airport transit, and six lines of the NYC Subway, making it the busiest train station in the Western Hemisphere. Located in the heart of Manhattan, right by the world-famous Madison Square Garden, Penn Station is close to various points of interest such as Times Square and the Empire State Building, as well as many restaurants and retail stores.

All train stations in New York:

NY Moynihan Train Hall at Penn Station

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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