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New Orleans, LA to Santa Ana, CA Train

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06/25/2025
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New Orleans, LA to Santa Ana, CA by train

The journey from New Orleans, LA to Santa Ana, CA by train is 1,648.79 mi and takes 70 hr 14 min. There are 5 connections per day, with the first departure at 2:00 AM and the last at 8:45 AM. It is possible to travel from New Orleans, LA to Santa Ana, CA by train for as little as $145.41 or as much as $387.76. The best price for this journey is $145.41.

Lowest Price $145.41
Journey Duration 70 hr 14 min
Connection per Day 5
Lowest Price $145.41
Highest Price $387.76
First Departure 2:00 AM
Last Departure 8:45 AM
Distance 1,648.79 mi
Departure New Orleans, LA
Arrival Santa Ana, CA
Carriers Amtrak

Best time to book cheap train tickets from New Orleans, LA to Santa Ana, CA

The cheapest New Orleans, LA - Santa Ana, CA train tickets can be found for as low as $79.38 if you’re lucky, or $96.94 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $116.73.

Find the best day to travel to Santa Ana, CA by train

When travelling to Santa Ana, CA by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board Amtrak from New Orleans, LA to Santa Ana, CA
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New Orleans, LA to Santa Ana, CA CO2 Emissions by Train

Ecology
Train
185.74kg
Bus
199.01kg
Flight
530.69kg
Car
424.56kg
What are the CO2 emissions from New Orleans, LA to Santa Ana, CA by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between New Orleans, LA and Santa Ana, CA are 185.74kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between New Orleans, LA and Santa Ana, CA? By taking the train between New Orleans, LA and Santa Ana, CA you will save 344.95kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 13.27kg compared to a bus and 238.82kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a train ticket from New Orleans, LA to Santa Ana, CA?
A train ticket from New Orleans, LA to Santa Ana, CA is $258.51. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $145.41.
What's the cheapest train ticket from New Orleans, LA to Santa Ana, CA?
The cheapest ticket you can get from New Orleans, LA to Santa Ana, CA is $145.41. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between New Orleans, LA and Santa Ana, CA by train?
New Orleans, LA to Santa Ana, CA is 1,648.79 mi.
How long does the train between New Orleans, LA and Santa Ana, CA take?
New Orleans, LA to Santa Ana, CA is on average 70 hr 14 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 47 hr 13 min.
How many train connections per day go from New Orleans, LA to Santa Ana, CA?
New Orleans, LA to Santa Ana, CA has 5 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from New Orleans, LA to Santa Ana, CA leave?
The earliest train from New Orleans, LA to Santa Ana, CA departs at 2:00 AM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from New Orleans, LA to Santa Ana, CA depart?
The latest train from New Orleans, LA to Santa Ana, CA departs at 8:45 AM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from New Orleans, LA to Santa Ana, CA in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is $145.41 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
What's the fastest journey time between New Orleans, LA to Santa Ana, CA by train?
The fastest journey time by train between New Orleans, LA and Santa Ana, CA is 47 hr 13 min.
Is there a direct train from New Orleans, LA to Santa Ana, CA?
Yes, there is a direct train between New Orleans, LA and Santa Ana, CA.
What are the CO2 emissions for New Orleans, LA to Santa Ana, CA by train?
The train journey from New Orleans, LA to Santa Ana, CA creates 185.74kg of CO2 emissions.