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The Metropolitan Museum of Art
World-renowned museum spanning ancient to modern art. Highlights include masterworks, global collections, and the dramatic Fifth Avenue setting.
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€392
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€392
Fastest journey on Sep 17
3 d 2 h 15 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
3 d 2 h 15 m
Buses on Sep 17
1
Distance
3918 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Santa Ana, CA to New York, NY 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 New York, NY will cost around €392 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €392.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 1 buses from Santa Ana, CA to New York, NY, including 1 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct buses cover the 3918 km distance in an average of 3 d 2 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 d 2 h 15 m .
On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest buses will take 3 d 2 h 15 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.


Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Santa Ana, CA to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €356 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 9h 18m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €356, while a train costs an average of €686.
Distance: 2434 miles (3918 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
€356 Average price Cheapest | €524 Average price | €686 Average price |
66h 57m Average total duration 66h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 18m Average total duration Fastest 7h 18m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 65h 25m Average total duration 64h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Santa Ana, CA to New York, NY:
A bus is €169 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Santa Ana, CA to New York, NY costing on average €524.
A bus is €330 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Santa Ana, CA to New York, NY costing on average €686.
Other travel options to New York, NY take longer:
Train takes on average 64h 55m.
Bus takes on average 66h 27m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 74h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €191 |
Operator Greyhound Mexico | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 73h20 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price €635 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:35AM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 73h20 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price €182 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 74h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €341 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 70h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €240 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 74h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price €289 |
Operator Greyhound Mexico | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 78h40 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price €635 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:25PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 89h20 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price €194 |
The table below shows live departures for Santa Ana, CA to New York, NY buses for today, Wednesday, September 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
· · · | 9:25 PM Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station) | 89h20 | 5:45 PM New York, Kissena Boulevard / Main Street (Queens Public Library), NY | 5 transfers | |
· · · | 9:25 PM Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station) | 79h25 | 7:50 AM New York, W 37th Street / 7th Ave (Sprinter Bus Drop Off), NY | 4 transfers | |
· · · | 9:25 PM Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station) | 72h25 | 12:50 AM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 4 transfers | |
· · + FlixBus | 9:25 PM Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station) | 88h35 | 5:00 PM New York, Canal Street (Lucky Star), NY | 5 transfers | |
· · · | 9:25 PM Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station) | 71h30 | 11:55 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 3 transfers | |
· · · | 9:25 PM Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station) | 71h25 | 11:50 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 4 transfers | |
· · · | 9:25 PM Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station) | 80h40 | 9:05 AM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 4 transfers | |
· · · | 9:25 PM Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station) | 79h25 | 7:50 AM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 4 transfers | |
· · · | 9:25 PM Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station) | 82h30 | 10:55 AM New York, 3rd Ave / 38th St (Brooklyn), NY | 5 transfers | |
· · · | 9:25 PM Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station) | 89h50 | 6:15 PM New York, 44th Pl / Archer Ave (Queens Jamaica), NY | 5 transfers | |
![]() | 6:35 PM Santa Ana, CA | 74h15 | 8:50 PM New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Santa Ana, CA to New York, NY run on average 17 times per day, taking around 66h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €323 but you can travel from only €286 by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 01:30, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 2434 miles (3918 km) distance in 64h 45m.
Distance 2434 miles (3918 km) |
Average bus duration 66h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price €323 |
Buses per day 17 |
Fastest bus 64h 45m |
First bus 1:30 AM |
Last bus 11:00 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
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World-renowned museum spanning ancient to modern art. Highlights include masterworks, global collections, and the dramatic Fifth Avenue setting.
Leading museum of modern and contemporary art, home to influential works by Van Gogh, Picasso, Warhol, and many others.
Major American art museum inside a Frank Lloyd Wright masterpiece. Its spiral galleries make the building itself part of the experience.
Vast urban park with lakes, meadows, museums, and scenic paths. It is the city’s classic outdoor escape and a true must-see.
Elevated park built on a former rail line, offering gardens, public art, and fresh perspectives on the West Side.
Bright, busy crossroads famous for giant screens, theaters, and nonstop energy. It is overwhelming, iconic, and quintessentially New York.
A thin, foldable slice with crisp crust and tangy tomato sauce. It is the city’s iconic fast meal, shaped by generations of neighborhood pizzerias.
A hand-rolled boiled and baked bagel, often topped with cream cheese and lox. New York water and long-standing bagel shops made it a city staple.
Salt-cured beef steamed until tender, usually served on rye with mustard. It is a classic Jewish deli sandwich strongly tied to New York food culture.
Acclaimed fine-dining restaurant highlighting contemporary American cuisine with refined tasting menus. Elegant setting and one of the city’s landmark tables.
Legendary coal-oven pizzeria serving classic New York pies in a casual, bustling setting. A long-standing favorite for an old-school slice experience.
Historic Jewish deli famed for towering pastrami sandwiches and classic counter service. Busy, traditional, and deeply tied to Lower East Side food culture.
Very high costs for hotels, dining, and attractions; transit is moderate, but overall NYC is pricier than most US and global city breaks.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, more for great service. Taxis: 15-20%. Cafes: round up or add $1-2 for drinks.
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Most Santa Ana, CA to New York, NY buses use the Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station) to New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. station pair, with some services arriving at New York, 28 Allen St.. Use this guide to compare Santa Ana, CA and New York, NY bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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.
New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. is 4 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, and WC.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station.
Available at New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.: Elevators, ramps.
New York, 28 Allen St. is 1 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
New York, 28 Allen St. has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Various dining options nearby on Allen St.
Wi-Fi is available at New York, 28 Allen St.. ATMs are available at New York, 28 Allen St..
Ticket office support is available at New York, 28 Allen St..
Available at New York, 28 Allen St.: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at New York, 28 Allen St.: Ramp access available for buses.
New York, Port Authority Bus Station is 4 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
New York, Port Authority Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Starbucks (in the station), Auntie Anne's (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and throughout the station.
Ticket office support is available at New York, Port Authority Bus Station.
Available at New York, Port Authority Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at New York, Port Authority Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.
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