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Bowers Museum
Major Orange County museum campus with art exhibitions, family programs, and rotating contemporary and historical shows.
Buses from Glendale, CA to Santa Ana, CA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 2h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $13 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:10, the last at 22:50. The fastest bus covers the 35 miles (57 km) distance in 2h 25m.
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:35AM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:25AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 07:25PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Buses from Glendale, CA to Santa Ana, CA with Greyhound. Overnight buses available on this route with Greyhound. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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Major Orange County museum campus with art exhibitions, family programs, and rotating contemporary and historical shows.
Hands-on science museum with interactive exhibits, a Discovery Cube, and family-friendly learning in downtown Santa Ana.
Small local museum preserving Orange County aviation and aerospace history with artifacts, photos, and volunteer-led interpretation.
Walkable downtown district with historic buildings, murals, shops, galleries, and regular arts and community events.
Lively pedestrian-friendly arts corridor known for galleries, murals, boutiques, and monthly art-focused street activity.
Historic neighborhood of preserved early 20th-century homes, ideal for architecture walks and seasonal house tours.
Classic Orange County Mexican street snack of fresh fruit, cucumber, jicama and peanuts with lime, chili and chamoy. Common in Santa Ana's Latino neighborhoods.
Warm masa drink with cinnamon and piloncillo, traditionally sold by tamale vendors and panaderías. A comforting local favorite in Santa Ana's Mexican community.
Corn husks filled with masa and meats or chiles, then steamed. A staple for holidays and weekend breakfasts in Santa Ana's long-established Mexican families.
Refined restaurant focused on seasonal Californian cuisine with French influences. Stylish dining room suited for a more upscale meal.
Casual taquería known for Tijuana-style tacos, adobada and handmade tortillas. Busy, straightforward and highly regarded for flavorful meats.
Lively mariscos spot serving ceviches, aguachiles and seafood cocktails. Colorful, casual atmosphere with a strong local following.
Moderate for Southern California; hotels and dining are mid-priced, while local transit is affordable and many casual food options are available.
Tip 15-20% at restaurants, $1-2 per drink at bars, and round up or add 10-15% for taxis. Cafes often have tip jars or card prompts.
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Most Glendale, CA to Santa Ana, CA buses use the Glendale, Train Station to Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station) station pair. Use this guide to compare Glendale, CA and Santa Ana, CA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Glendale, Train Station is 2 km from Glendale city centre. Public transport options include:
Glendale, Train Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Glendale, Train Station. ATMs are available at Glendale, Train Station.
Ticket office support is available at Glendale, Train Station.
Available at Glendale, Train Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Glendale, Train Station: Wheelchair accessible entry points.
Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station) is 1 km from Santa Ana city centre. Public transport options include:
Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station). ATMs are available at Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station).
Ticket office support is available at Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station).
Available at Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station): Bus access is available.
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