The cheapest and fastest buses from Fresno, CA to Santa Clara, CA
Cheapest price
$37
Average price
$54
Fastest journey
3 h 45 m
Average duration
3 h 49 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
205 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Fresno, CA to Santa Clara, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Fresno, CA to Santa Clara, CA will cost around $54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.
Of the 2 buses that leave Fresno, CA for Santa Clara, CA on Sun, Mar 22, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Mar 22 the direct buses cover the 205 km distance in an average of 3 h 49 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 45 m .
On Sun, Mar 22 the slowest buses will take 3 h 52 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 train, bus, and flight for Fresno, CA to Santa Clara, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fresno, CA to Santa Clara, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $37. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $37, and a flight costs an average of $848.
Distance: 127 miles (205 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$46 Average price Cheapest | $66 Average price | $882 Average price |
4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 23m Average total duration 4h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 40m Average total duration 9h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Fresno, CA to Santa Clara, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Fresno, CA to Santa Clara, CA buses for tomorrow, Saturday, March 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:30 AM Fresno, CA | 3h45 | 5:15 AM Santa Clara, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:58 PM Fresno, CA | 3h52 | 8:50 PM Santa Clara, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Fresno, CA to Santa Clara, CA
Buses from Fresno, CA to Santa Clara, CA run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $37 (€30) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:10. The fastest bus covers the 127 miles (205 km) distance in 3h 45m.
Distance 127 miles (205 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $37 (€30) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 3h 45m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:10 |
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Least busy day Tue |
Best day to book ahead 3 days |
Bus providers: CBX Cross Border Express, Tufesa, Tufesa Mexico from Fresno, CA to Santa Clara, CAYou can travel by bus between Fresno, CA to Santa Clara, CA with CBX Cross Border Express, Tufesa, Tufesa Mexico for as low as $37 (€30). 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 Clara, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fresno, CA to Santa Clara, 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 Clara, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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