Moving from Sacramento, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Your Complete Guide
508
Miles
9.2 hrs
Drive Time
I-5 South / I-80 East
Primary Highway
Off-Peak
Current Season
Cost of Living Comparison
Category
Sacramento, CA
Santa Ana, CA
Cost of Living Index
112
145
Median Home Price
$430,000
$700,000
Median 1BR Rent
$1,400/mo
$2,000/mo
Avg Monthly Utilities
$130
$132
Grocery Index
102
104
Best Stops Along the Way
Breaking up a 508-mile drive? Here are great places to stop between Sacramento, CA and Santa Ana, CA.
San Francisco, CA
The City by the Bay, famous for the Golden Gate Bridge, cable cars, and tech innovation. A cultural melting pot with iconic neighborhoods.
Golden Gate Bridge, Fisherman's Wharf, and Silicon Valley proximity
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive is approximately 508 miles via I-5 South / I-80 East, taking about 9.2 hours of driving. We recommend breaking this into 2 days of driving, accounting for stops, fuel, and rest.