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Bowers Museum
Major Orange County museum campus with art exhibitions, family programs, and rotating contemporary and historical shows.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Portland, OR 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 Portland, OR to Santa Ana, CA will cost around €99 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €99.
It's difficult to get from Portland, OR to Santa Ana, CA without transferring at least once.
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Buses from Portland, OR to Santa Ana, CA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 25h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €81 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 02:00, the last at 21:20. The fastest bus covers the 852 miles (1372 km) distance in 24h 30m.
Distance 852 miles (1372 km) |
Average bus duration 25h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price €81 |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 24h 30m |
First bus 2:00 AM |
Last bus 9:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 42 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Portland, OR to Santa Ana, CA.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 27h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €95 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:05PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 26h55 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €134 |
The table below shows live departures for Portland, OR to Santa Ana, CA buses for today, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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· | 6:50 PM Portland, NW Station Way (Station Place Parking Garage), OR | 27h10 | 10:00 PM Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station) | 1 transfer | |
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Major Orange County museum campus with art exhibitions, family programs, and rotating contemporary and historical shows.
Hands-on science museum with interactive exhibits, a Discovery Cube, and family-friendly learning in downtown Santa Ana.
Small local museum preserving Orange County aviation and aerospace history with artifacts, photos, and volunteer-led interpretation.
Walkable downtown district with historic buildings, murals, shops, galleries, and regular arts and community events.
Lively pedestrian-friendly arts corridor known for galleries, murals, boutiques, and monthly art-focused street activity.
Historic neighborhood of preserved early 20th-century homes, ideal for architecture walks and seasonal house tours.
Classic Orange County Mexican street snack of fresh fruit, cucumber, jicama and peanuts with lime, chili and chamoy. Common in Santa Ana's Latino neighborhoods.
Warm masa drink with cinnamon and piloncillo, traditionally sold by tamale vendors and panaderías. A comforting local favorite in Santa Ana's Mexican community.
Corn husks filled with masa and meats or chiles, then steamed. A staple for holidays and weekend breakfasts in Santa Ana's long-established Mexican families.
Refined restaurant focused on seasonal Californian cuisine with French influences. Stylish dining room suited for a more upscale meal.
Casual taquería known for Tijuana-style tacos, adobada and handmade tortillas. Busy, straightforward and highly regarded for flavorful meats.
Lively mariscos spot serving ceviches, aguachiles and seafood cocktails. Colorful, casual atmosphere with a strong local following.
Moderate for Southern California; hotels and dining are mid-priced, while local transit is affordable and many casual food options are available.
Tip 15-20% at restaurants, $1-2 per drink at bars, and round up or add 10-15% for taxis. Cafes often have tip jars or card prompts.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portland, OR 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.

Most Portland, OR to Santa Ana, CA buses use the Portland, NW Station Way (Station Place Parking Garage) to Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station) station pair. Use this guide to compare Portland, OR and Santa Ana, CA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Portland, NW Station Way (Station Place Parking Garage) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Portland, NW Station Way (Station Place Parking Garage). ATMs are available at Portland, NW Station Way (Station Place Parking Garage).
Ticket office support is available at Portland, NW Station Way (Station Place Parking Garage).
Available at Portland, NW Station Way (Station Place Parking Garage): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Portland, NW Station Way (Station Place Parking Garage): Ramp access available.
Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station) is 1 km from Santa Ana city centre. Public transport options include:
Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station). ATMs are available at Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station).
Ticket office support is available at Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station).
Available at Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station): Bus access is available.
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