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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from San Francisco, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Cheapest price
$66
Average price
$149
Fastest journey
11 h 20 m
Average duration
12 h 20 m
Buses per day
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 $149 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $66.
Of the 6 buses that leave San Francisco, CA for Santa Ana, CA on Mon, Dec 01, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 01 the direct buses cover the 608 km distance in an average of 12 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 20 m .
On Mon, Dec 01 the slowest buses will take 13 h 10 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight 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 prices starting from €55. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €55, and a flight costs an average of €68.
Distance: 377 miles (608 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€60 Average price | €59 Average price Cheapest | €137 Average price |
11h 57m Average total duration 11h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 1m Average total duration 11h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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San Francisco, CA to Santa Ana, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 12h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 15h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 13h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $256 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 14h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $200 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 12h25 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:40PM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 11h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $100 |
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 tomorrow, Monday, December 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus+undefined · undefined | 3:10 AM San Francisco, Townsend Street / 5th Street, CA | 14h50 | 6:00 PM Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station) | 2 transfers | |
| 4770 AMTRAK · 770 Pacific Surfliner | 6:35 AM San Francisco, CA | 12h25 | 7:00 PM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 1 transfer | |
| 6:40 AM San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29 | 11h20 | 6:00 PM Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4784 AMTRAK · 784 Pacific Surfliner | 1:15 PM San Francisco, CA | 12h45 | 2:00 AM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 1 transfer | |
| undefined · undefined | 2:30 PM San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29 | 15h30 | 6:00 AM Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station) | 1 transfer | |
| 4790 AMTRAK · 790 Pacific Surfliner | 3:50 PM San Francisco, CA | 13h10 | 5:00 AM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 1 transfer | |
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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 14 times per day, taking around 11h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $55 (€44) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 377 miles (608 km) distance in 13h 30m.
Distance 377 miles (608 km) |
Average bus duration 11h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $55 (€44) |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 13h 30m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:45 |
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 $55 (€44). 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.
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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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