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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Santa Ana, CA to San Jose, CA
Cheapest price
$56
Average price
$97
Fastest journey
8 h 5 m
Average duration
10 h 19 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
541 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Santa Ana, CA to San Jose, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santa Ana, CA to San Jose, CA will cost around $97 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $56.
Of the 5 buses that leave Santa Ana, CA for San Jose, CA on Thu, May 07, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct buses cover the 541 km distance in an average of 10 h 19 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 5 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest buses will take 11 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.
4:45 PM10h20Santa Ana, CA3:05 AMSan Jose, CA$561One-way0 transfers
8:15 AM11h30Santa Ana, CA7:45 PMSan Jose, CA$891One-way0 transfers- 7:30 AM11h20Santa Ana, CA6:50 PMSan Jose, CA$1071One-way0 transfers
5:20 AM8h05Santa Ana, CA1:25 PMSan Jose, CA$1091One-way0 transfers- 4:01 PM10h19Santa Ana, CA2:20 AMSan Jose, CA$1221One-way0 transfers
- 5:20 AM8h05Santa Ana, CA1:25 PMSan Jose, CA$1091One-way0 transfers
- 4:01 PM10h19Santa Ana, CA2:20 AMSan Jose, CA$1221One-way0 transfers
- 4:45 PM10h20Santa Ana, CA3:05 AMSan Jose, CA$561One-way0 transfers
- 7:30 AM11h20Santa Ana, CA6:50 PMSan Jose, CA$1071One-way0 transfers
- 8:15 AM11h30Santa Ana, CA7:45 PMSan Jose, CA$891One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Santa Ana, CA to San Jose, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santa Ana, CA to San Jose, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $56. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $56, and a flight costs an average of $187.
Distance: 336 miles (541 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$92 Average price Cheapest | $139 Average price | $347 Average price | $77 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 44m Average total duration 9h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 28m Average total duration 10h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 44m Average total duration Fastest 2h 44m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 0m 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 Santa Ana, CA to San Jose, CA:
A bus is $47 (€37) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Santa Ana, CA to San Jose, CA costing on average $139 (€111).
A bus is $254 (€203) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Santa Ana, CA to San Jose, CA costing on average $347 (€277).
Other travel options to San Jose, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 14m.
Train takes on average 10h 58m.
You'll arrive about -4h -14m sooner (9h 14m by bus vs 6h 0m by car) and save roughly $-15.25 (€-12.19) compared to fuel and tolls ($92 (€74) vs $77 (€62)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Greyhound.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Live departures
Santa Ana, CA to San Jose, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Santa Ana, CA to San Jose, CA buses for tomorrow, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:20 AM Santa Ana, CA | 8h05 | 1:25 PM San Jose, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:30 AM Santa Ana, CA | 11h20 | 6:50 PM San Jose, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:15 AM Santa Ana, CA | 11h30 | 7:45 PM San Jose, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:01 PM Santa Ana, CA | 10h19 | 2:20 AM San Jose, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:45 PM Santa Ana, CA | 10h20 | 3:05 AM San Jose, CA | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Santa Ana, CA to San Jose, CA
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Buses from Santa Ana, CA to San Jose, CA run on average 6 times per day, taking around 9h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $56 (€44) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 336 miles (541 km) distance in 8h 5m.
Distance 336 miles (541 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $56 (€44) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 8h 5m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 7 days |
Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus from Santa Ana, CA to San Jose, CAYou can travel by bus between Santa Ana, CA to San Jose, CA with Greyhound, FlixBus for as low as $56 (€44). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Santa Ana, CA to San Jose, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Ana, CA to San Jose, 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 San Jose, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Winchester Mystery House, an architectural curiosity with a maze-like design and historical significance
- The Tech Interactive, an engaging science and technology center with hands-on exhibits
- San Jose Museum of Art, a contemporary art museum featuring works from the 20th and 21st centuries
- Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum, a museum dedicated to ancient Egyptian artifacts and culture
- Municipal Rose Garden, a beautiful and serene garden featuring over 3,500 rose bushes.
- Explore the Japanese Friendship Garden, a tranquil space inspired by Japanese landscape design
- Visit the Children's Discovery Museum, offering interactive exhibits for families and children
- Enjoy a performance at the San Jose Center for the Performing Arts, hosting a variety of shows and events
- Discover the history of Silicon Valley at the Computer History Museum
- Take a scenic hike in Alum Rock Park, offering trails and natural beauty.
- 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.
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