The cheapest and fastest buses from Merced, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Cheapest price
$91
Average price
$91
Fastest journey
9 h
Average duration
9 h
Buses per day
1
Distance
461 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Merced, 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 Merced, CA to Santa Ana, CA will cost around $91 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $91.
It's difficult to get from Merced, CA to Santa Ana, CA without transferring at least once.


Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Merced, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Merced, CA to Santa Ana, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $62. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $62, and a train costs an average of $76.
Distance: 286 miles (461 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
$62 Average price Cheapest | $76 Average price |
7h 13m Average total duration 6h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 2m Average total duration Fastest 6h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Merced, CA to Santa Ana, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Merced, CA to Santa Ana, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:00 AM Merced, CA | 9h00 | 10:00 AM Santa Ana, CA | 1 transfer | |
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Why should you book Merced, CA to Santa Ana, CA buses with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs CBX Cross Border Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CBX Cross Border Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Greyhound or Tufesa Mexico to find the best option for your trip from Merced, CA to Santa Ana, CA.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare CBX Cross Border Express with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Merced, CA to Santa Ana, CA.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Merced, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Buses from Merced, CA to Santa Ana, CA run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $62 (€50) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 286 miles (461 km) distance in 6h 53m.
Distance 286 miles (461 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $62 (€50) |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 6h 53m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Cheapest month Nov |
Cheapest day Sat |
High season Jan - Mar |
Low season Oct - Dec |
Bus providers: CBX Cross Border Express, Greyhound, Tufesa Mexico from Merced, CA to Santa Ana, CAYou can travel by bus between Merced, CA to Santa Ana, CA with CBX Cross Border Express, Greyhound, Tufesa Mexico for as low as $62 (€50). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Merced, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Merced, 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.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
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