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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from San Francisco, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Cheapest price on Aug 31
kr537
Average ticket price on Aug 31
kr729
Fastest journey on Aug 31
11 h 30 m
Average journey duration on Aug 31
13 h 30 m
Buses on Aug 31
6
Distance
608 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Francisco, 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 San Francisco, CA to Santa Ana, CA will cost around kr729 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only kr537.
On Mon, Aug 31, we found 6 buses from San Francisco, CA to Santa Ana, CA, including 1 direct services.
On Mon, Aug 31 the direct buses cover the 608 km distance in an average of 13 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 30 m .
On Mon, Aug 31 the slowest buses will take 15 h 30 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.
FlixBus+
· · 6:05 PM15h55San Francisco, Townsend Street / 5th Street, CA10:00 AMSanta Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station)kr5371One-way3 transfers
4790 AMTRAK · 790 Pacific Surfliner7:45 AM13h15San Francisco, CA9:00 PMSanta Ana Station, Santa Ana, CAkr6171One-way1 transfer- 4770 AMTRAK · 770 Pacific Surfliner10:35 PM12h25San Francisco, CA11:00 AMSanta Ana Station, Santa Ana, CAkr6171One-way1 transfer
- · 6:30 AM15h30San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 2910:00 PMSanta Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station)kr6761One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus+7:10 AM14h50San Francisco, Townsend Street / 5th Street, CA10:00 PMSanta Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station)kr7461One-way1 transfer
- 10:30 PM11h30San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 2910:00 AMSanta Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station)kr11791One-way0 transfers
- 4770 AMTRAK · 770 Pacific Surfliner10:35 PM12h25San Francisco, CA11:00 AMSanta Ana Station, Santa Ana, CAkr6171One-way1 transfer
- 4790 AMTRAK · 790 Pacific Surfliner7:45 AM13h15San Francisco, CA9:00 PMSanta Ana Station, Santa Ana, CAkr6171One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus+7:10 AM14h50San Francisco, Townsend Street / 5th Street, CA10:00 PMSanta Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station)kr7461One-way1 transfer
- · 6:30 AM15h30San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 2910:00 PMSanta Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station)kr6761One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, flight, and train for San Francisco, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Francisco, CA to Santa Ana, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of kr642 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 33m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of kr642, while a flight costs an average of kr1785.
Distance: 377 miles (608 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
kr735 Average price | kr642 Average price Cheapest | kr1785 Average price | kr808 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 41m Average total duration 11h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 1m Average total duration 11h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company | Most popular train company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from San Francisco, CA to Santa Ana, CA:
A train is kr93 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from San Francisco, CA to Santa Ana, CA costing on average kr735.
A train is kr1143 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from San Francisco, CA to Santa Ana, CA costing on average kr1785.
Other travel options to Santa Ana, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 11h 11m.
Train takes on average 11h 31m.
Tickets start at around kr735 compared to roughly kr808 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about kr74. The journey takes 11h 11m versus 6h 17m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Greyhound.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
San Francisco, CA to Santa Ana, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 15h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price kr665 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 14h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price kr670 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 13h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price kr617 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 15h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price kr537 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price kr902 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 12h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price kr617 |
Live departures
San Francisco, CA to Santa Ana, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for San Francisco, CA to Santa Ana, CA buses for today, Sunday, August 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| · | 6:30 AM San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29 | 15h30 | 10:00 PM Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus+ · · | 6:05 PM San Francisco, Townsend Street / 5th Street, CA | 15h55 | 10:00 AM Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station) | 3 transfers | |
| 10:30 PM San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29 | 11h30 | 10:00 AM Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from San Francisco, CA to Santa Ana, CA
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Buses from San Francisco, CA to Santa Ana, CA run on average 5 times per day, taking around 11h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at kr399 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 377 miles (608 km) distance in 11h 30m.
Distance 377 miles (608 km) |
Average bus duration 11h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price kr399 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 11h 30m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 35 days |
Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus from San Francisco, CA to Santa Ana, CAYou can travel by bus between San Francisco, CA to Santa Ana, CA with Greyhound, FlixBus for as low as kr399. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from San Francisco, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Francisco, 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.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from San Francisco, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Most San Francisco, CA to Santa Ana, CA buses use the San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29 to Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station) station pair. Use this guide to compare San Francisco, CA and Santa Ana, CA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which San Francisco, CA station do buses to Santa Ana, CA leave from?
Getting to San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29 from San Francisco city centre
San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29 is 2 km from San Francisco city centre. Public transport options include:
San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29 bus station facilities and services
San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29. ATMs are available at San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29: Wheelchair accessible areas present.
Getting to San Francisco, Townsend Street / 5th Street from San Francisco city centre
Which Santa Ana, CA station do buses from San Francisco, CA arrive at?
Getting to Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station) from Santa Ana city centre
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) bus station facilities and services
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 and ATMs
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).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station): Bus access is available.
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