The cheapest and fastest buses from Fresno, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Cheapest price
$0
Average price
$106
Fastest journey
6 h 40 m
Average duration
7 h 28 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
376 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Fresno, CA to Santa Ana, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
Of the 4 buses that leave Fresno, CA for Santa Ana, CA on Fri, Nov 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct buses cover the 376 km distance in an average of 7 h 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 40 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest buses will take 8 h 27 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.








Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Fresno, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fresno, CA to Santa Ana, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €28, and a flight costs an average of €536.
Distance: 233 miles (376 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€35 Average price Cheapest | €53 Average price | €583 Average price |
6h 43m Average total duration 6h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 58m Average total duration Fastest 5h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 22m Average total duration 8h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Fresno, CA to Santa Ana, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Fresno, CA to Santa Ana, CA buses for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:30 AM Fresno, CA | 6h40 | 3:10 PM Santa Ana, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:30 PM Fresno, CA | 7h55 | 10:25 PM Santa Ana, CA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:10 PM Fresno, CA | 6h50 | 10:00 PM Santa Ana, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 PM Fresno, CA | 8h27 | 5:27 AM Santa Ana, CA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Fresno, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Buses from Fresno, CA to Santa Ana, CA run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $35 (€28) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:25, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 233 miles (376 km) distance in 6h 0m.
Distance 233 miles (376 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€28) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 6h 0m |
First bus 02:25 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: Greyhound, CBX Cross Border Express, Tufesa, FlixBus from Fresno, CA to Santa Ana, CAYou can travel by bus between Fresno, CA to Santa Ana, CA with Greyhound, CBX Cross Border Express, Tufesa, FlixBus for as low as $35 (€28). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Fresno, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fresno, 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.

- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
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