What is the cheapest way to get from Del Mar to Santa Ana?

The cheapest way to get from Del Mar to Santa Ana is to drive which costs $13 - $19 and takes 1h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Del Mar to Santa Ana?

The fastest way to get from Del Mar to Santa Ana is to drive which takes 1h 17m and costs $13 - $19.

Is there a direct bus between Del Mar and Santa Ana?

No, there is no direct bus from Del Mar to Santa Ana. However, there are services departing from Camino Del Mar & 15th St and arriving at Santa Ana via Solana Beach Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.

How far is it from Del Mar to Santa Ana?

The distance between Del Mar and Santa Ana is 72 miles. The road distance is 71.6 miles.

How do I travel from Del Mar to Santa Ana without a car?

The best way to get from Del Mar to Santa Ana without a car is to bus which takes 2h 43m and costs $21 - $40.

How long does it take to get from Del Mar to Santa Ana?

It takes approximately 2h 43m to get from Del Mar to Santa Ana, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Del Mar to Santa Ana bus from?

Del Mar to Santa Ana bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Solana Beach Amtrak Station.

Where does the Del Mar to Santa Ana bus arrive?

Del Mar to Santa Ana bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Santa Ana station.

Can I drive from Del Mar to Santa Ana?

Yes, the driving distance between Del Mar to Santa Ana is 72 miles. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from Del Mar to Santa Ana.

Where can I stay near Santa Ana?

There are 1491+ hotels available in Santa Ana.

Del Mar to Santa Ana - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 101 bus

There are 3 ways to get from Del Mar to Santa Ana by bus (Amtrak), car, bus, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Santa Anabus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2h 43m
$22–40
Line 101 bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Camino Del Mar & 15th St to Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8bus 101
2. Take the train from Oceanside to Santa Anatrain Pacific Surfliner
2h 55m
$12–18
Drive 71.2 mi
1. Drive from Del Mar to Santa Anacar 71.2 mi
1h 17m
$13–19

Del Mar to Santa Ana by bus (Amtrak)

7Weekly Buses

2h 43mAverage Duration

$22Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 72 mi
Duration: 2h 43m

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

Amtrak operates a bus from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Santa Ana once daily. Tickets cost $19–35 and the journey takes 1h 35m.

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