The cheapest and fastest buses from Oakland, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Cheapest price
$59
Average price
$59
Fastest journey
14 h
Average duration
14 h
Buses per day
1
Distance
601 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Oakland, 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 Oakland, CA to Santa Ana, CA will cost around $59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $59.
Of the 1 buses that leave Oakland, CA for Santa Ana, CA on Sun, Nov 09, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Nov 09 the direct buses cover the 601 km distance in an average of 14 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 14 h .
On Sun, Nov 09 the slowest buses will take 14 h 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 Oakland, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oakland, CA to Santa Ana, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €52. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €52, and a flight costs an average of €150.
Distance: 373 miles (601 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€54 Average price | €52 Average price Cheapest | €295 Average price |
13h 7m Average total duration 12h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 44m Average total duration 11h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 55m Average total duration Fastest 1h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Oakland, CA to Santa Ana, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Oakland, CA to Santa Ana, CA buses for today, Saturday, November 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:50 AM Oakland, CA | 27h20 | 3:10 PM Santa Ana, CA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:20 PM Oakland, CA | 10h10 | 9:30 AM Santa Ana, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Oakland, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Buses from Oakland, CA to Santa Ana, CA run on average 8 times per day, taking around 12h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $59 (€48) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:45, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 373 miles (601 km) distance in 13h 45m.
Distance 373 miles (601 km) |
Average bus duration 12h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $59 (€48) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 13h 45m |
First bus 04:45 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus from Oakland, CA to Santa Ana, CAYou can travel by bus between Oakland, CA to Santa Ana, CA with Greyhound, FlixBus for as low as $59 (€48). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Oakland, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oakland, 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.
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- 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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