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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from La Jolla, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Cheapest price
$29
Average price
$33
Fastest journey
2 h 29 m
Average duration
2 h 52 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
114 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from La Jolla, 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 La Jolla, CA to Santa Ana, CA will cost around $33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.
It's difficult to get from La Jolla, CA to Santa Ana, CA without transferring at least once.
5:45 AM2h55La Jolla, CA8:40 AMSanta Ana, CA$291One-way1 transfer- 6:51 PM2h29La Jolla, CA9:20 PMSanta Ana, CA$291One-way1 transfer
- 8:18 PM3h12La Jolla, CA11:30 PMSanta Ana, CA$421One-way2 transfers
- 6:51 PM2h29La Jolla, CA9:20 PMSanta Ana, CA$291One-way1 transfer
- 5:45 AM2h55La Jolla, CA8:40 AMSanta Ana, CA$291One-way1 transfer
- 8:18 PM3h12La Jolla, CA11:30 PMSanta Ana, CA$421One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for La Jolla, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from La Jolla, CA to Santa Ana, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, and a train costs an average of $32.
Distance: 70 miles (114 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$30 Average price Cheapest | $32 Average price | $17 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 22m Average total duration 1h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from La Jolla, CA to Santa Ana, CA:
A bus is $2 (€2) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from La Jolla, CA to Santa Ana, CA costing on average $32 (€27).
Other travel options to Santa Ana, CA take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 52m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
La Jolla, CA to Santa Ana, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:35AM | Arrival Time 04:20AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:35AM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator San Diego Metro Transit | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator San Diego Metro Transit | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator San Diego Metro Transit | Departure Time 06:48PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 2h32 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator San Diego Metro Transit | Departure Time 06:51PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 2h29 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator San Diego Metro Transit | Departure Time 08:18PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 3h12 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator San Diego Metro Transit | Departure Time 08:22PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 3h08 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Live departures
La Jolla, CA to Santa Ana, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for La Jolla, CA to Santa Ana, CA buses for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 6:00 AM La Jolla, CA | 2h40 | 8:40 AM Santa Ana, CA | 1 transfer | |
| 6:48 PM La Jolla, CA | 2h32 | 9:20 PM Santa Ana, CA | 1 transfer | |
| 8:22 PM La Jolla, CA | 3h08 | 11:30 PM Santa Ana, CA | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from La Jolla, CA to Santa Ana, CA
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Buses from La Jolla, CA to Santa Ana, CA run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) if you book in advance.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:36, the last at 23:01. The fastest bus covers the 70 miles (114 km) distance in 1h 35m.
Distance 70 miles (114 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 1h 35m |
First bus 5:36 AM |
Last bus 11:01 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Bus providers: San Diego Metro Transit from La Jolla, CA to Santa Ana, CAYou can travel by bus between La Jolla, CA to Santa Ana, CA with San Diego Metro Transit for as low as $20 (€16). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from La Jolla, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from La Jolla, 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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