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Trip Overview

The average train between Needles and Santa Ana takes 7h 28m and the fastest train takes 7h 21m. There is at least one train per day from Needles to Santa Ana. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

7h 28m
Duration
301 mi
Distance
$197
Average price
Once daily
Frequency

Needles to Santa Ana train times

Trains run once daily between Needles and Santa Ana. The service departs Needles at 12:14 AM at night, which arrives into Santa Ana at 08:00:00. All services require a transfer, and take on average 7h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak7h 46m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    AmtrakMetrolink Trains7h 21m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    AmtrakMetrolink Trains7h 21m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    AmtrakMetrolink Trains7h 21m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    AmtrakMetrolink Trains7h 21m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    AmtrakMetrolink Trains7h 21m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Needles to Santa Ana? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Needles to Santa Ana.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 301.4 mi
  • Duration: 7h 28m

What companies run services between Needles, CA, USA and Santa Ana, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Needles Station to Fullerton Amtrak Station once daily. Tickets cost $160–250 and the journey takes 6h 55m.

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