The cheapest and fastest buses from Chico, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Cheapest price
$173
Average price
$173
Fastest journey
14 h 15 m
Average duration
14 h 15 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
753 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Chico, CA to Santa Ana, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chico, CA to Santa Ana, CA will cost around $173 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $173.
It's difficult to get from Chico, CA to Santa Ana, CA without transferring at least once.
7:45 AM14h15Chico, CA10:00 PMSanta Ana, CA$1731One-way1 transfer
7:45 AM14h15Chico, CA10:00 PMSanta Ana, CA$1731One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Chico, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Chico, CA to Santa Ana, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $101. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $101, and a flight costs an average of $312.
Distance: 467 miles (753 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$101 Average price Cheapest | $124 Average price | $336 Average price |
12h 35m Average total duration 12h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 19h 18m Average total duration 18h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 59m Average total duration Fastest 5h 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Chico, CA to Santa Ana, CA:
A bus is $23 (€19) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Chico, CA to Santa Ana, CA costing on average $124 (€102).
A bus is $236 (€193) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Chico, CA to Santa Ana, CA costing on average $336 (€276).
Other travel options to Santa Ana, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 12h 5m.
Train takes on average 18h 48m.
Chico, CA to Santa Ana, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 14h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $173 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 12h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $101 |
Live departures
Chico, CA to Santa Ana, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Chico, CA to Santa Ana, CA buses for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:45 AM Chico, CA | 14h15 | 10:00 PM Santa Ana, CA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Chico, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Buses from Chico, CA to Santa Ana, CA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 12h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $101 (€82) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 467 miles (753 km) distance in 12h 5m.
Distance 467 miles (753 km) |
Average bus duration 12h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $101 (€82) |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 12h 5m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
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Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
FAQs: Bus from Chico, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chico, CA to Santa Ana, CA by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Santa Ana, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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