4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Long Beach, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Cheapest price
$10
Average price
$10
Fastest journey
35 m
Average duration
35 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
30 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Long Beach, 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 Long Beach, CA to Santa Ana, CA will cost around $10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.
Of the 1 buses that leave Long Beach, CA for Santa Ana, CA on Sat, May 09, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 09 the direct buses cover the 30 km distance in an average of 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 35 m .
On Sat, May 09 the slowest buses will take 35 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.
3:40 AM0h35Long Beach, CA4:15 AMSanta Ana, CA$101One-way0 transfers
- 3:40 AM0h35Long Beach, CA4:15 AMSanta Ana, CA$101One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus for Long Beach, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Long Beach, CA to Santa Ana, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a bus costs an average of $7.
Distance: 18 miles (30 km)
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Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$10 Average price Cheapest | $5 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 25m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about -1h -20m sooner (55m by bus vs 35m by car) and save roughly $-5.29 (€-4.22) compared to fuel and tolls ($10 (€8) vs $5 (€4)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Greyhound, FlixBus.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Long Beach, CA to Santa Ana, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Live departures
Long Beach, CA to Santa Ana, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Long Beach, CA to Santa Ana, CA buses for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:05 AM Long Beach, Bus Station (Long Beach Blvd) | 0h55 | 8:00 AM Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 1:35 PM Long Beach, East 1st Street / N Waite Court (Transit Gallery), CA | 0h45 | 2:20 PM Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:40 PM Long Beach, Bus Station (Long Beach Blvd) | 0h35 | 8:15 PM Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, May 8 | |||||
| 3:40 AM Long Beach, CA | 0h35 | 4:15 AM Santa Ana, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, May 7 | |||||
| 9:00 PM Long Beach, Bus Station (Long Beach Blvd) | 1h00 | 10:00 PM Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Long Beach, CA to Santa Ana, CA
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Buses from Long Beach, CA to Santa Ana, CA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $7 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:45, the last at 21:00. The fastest bus covers the 18 miles (30 km) distance in 35m.
Distance 18 miles (30 km) |
Average bus duration 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€5) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 35m |
First bus 6:45 AM |
Last bus 9:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Bus providers: Greyhound, Long Beach Transit, FlixBus from Long Beach, CA to Santa Ana, CAYou can travel by bus between Long Beach, CA to Santa Ana, CA with Greyhound, Long Beach Transit, FlixBus for as low as $7 (€5). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Long Beach, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Long Beach, 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.
- 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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