The cheapest and fastest buses from Palm Springs, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Cheapest price
$13
Average price
$13
Fastest journey
3 h 10 m
Average duration
3 h 30 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
123 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Palm Springs, 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 Palm Springs, CA to Santa Ana, CA will cost around $13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.
Of the 2 buses that leave Palm Springs, CA for Santa Ana, CA on Fri, Nov 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct buses cover the 123 km distance in an average of 3 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 10 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest buses will take 3 h 50 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.




Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Palm Springs, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Palm Springs, CA to Santa Ana, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, and a train costs an average of €43.
Distance: 76 miles (123 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€15 Average price Cheapest | €43 Average price |
3h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 28m Average total duration 5h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Palm Springs, CA to Santa Ana, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Palm Springs, CA to Santa Ana, CA buses for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:50 PM Palm Springs, CA | 3h10 | 6:00 PM Santa Ana, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Palm Springs, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Buses from Palm Springs, CA to Santa Ana, CA run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $13 (€11) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 06:20, the last at 21:40. The fastest bus covers the 76 miles (123 km) distance in 3h 10m.
Distance 76 miles (123 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€11) |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 3h 10m |
First bus 06:20 |
Last bus 21:40 |
FAQs: Bus from Palm Springs, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Palm Springs, 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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