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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
$355
Average price
$355
Fastest journey
3 d 2 h 15 m
Average duration
3 d 2 h 15 m
Buses per day
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 $355 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $355.
Of the 1 buses that leave Santa Ana, CA for New York, NY on Mon, Aug 03, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 03 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 Mon, Aug 03 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 train 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 prices starting from $165. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $165, and a train costs an average of $297.
Distance: 2434 miles (3918 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$276 Average price Cheapest | $589 Average price | $314 Average price |
75h 32m Average total duration 75h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 66h 46m Average total duration 66h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 57m Average total duration Fastest 5h 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Santa Ana, CA to New York, NY:
A bus is $38 (€31) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Santa Ana, CA to New York, NY costing on average $314 (€255).
A bus is $313 (€255) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Santa Ana, CA to New York, NY costing on average $589 (€479).
Other travel options to New York, NY take longer:
Train takes on average 66h 16m.
Bus takes on average 75h 2m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 72h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $349 |
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 74h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $317 |
Operator Greyhound Mexico | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 73h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $780 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:35AM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 73h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $292 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 70h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $295 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 74h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $355 |
Operator Greyhound Mexico | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 78h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $780 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:25PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 89h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $365 |
The table below shows live departures for Santa Ana, CA to New York, NY buses for today, Sunday, August 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
· · · | 7:40 AM Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station) | 72h55 | 11:35 AM New York, W 37th Street / 7th Ave (Sprinter Bus Drop Off), NY | 3 transfers | |
· · · | 7:40 AM Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station) | 73h30 | 12:10 PM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 3 transfers | |
· · · | 7:40 AM Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station) | 84h50 | 11:30 PM New York, Canal Street (Lucky Star), NY | 4 transfers | |
· · | 7:40 AM Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station) | 72h10 | 10:50 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 2 transfers | |
+ FlixBus+ · | 7:40 AM Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station) | 73h45 | 12:25 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 5 transfers | |
· · + FlixBus | 8:05 AM Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station) | 75h45 | 2:50 PM New York, 3rd Ave / 38th St (Brooklyn), NY | 4 transfers | |
· · + FlixBus | 8:05 AM Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station) | 72h50 | 11:55 AM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 3 transfers | |
· · · | 8:05 AM Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station) | 72h25 | 11:30 AM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 5 transfers | |
· · · | 11:35 AM Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station) | 73h00 | 3:35 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 5 transfers | |
· · · | 11:35 AM Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station) | 78h55 | 9:30 PM New York, 3rd Ave / 38th St (Brooklyn), NY | 5 transfers | |
· · · | 11:35 AM Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station) | 74h45 | 5:20 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 5 transfers | |
· · · | 11:35 AM Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station) | 74h15 | 4:50 PM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 5 transfers | |
· · · | 11:35 AM Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station) | 77h25 | 8:00 PM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, 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 | |
· · · | 9:25 PM Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station) | 71h30 | 11:55 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 3 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) | 73h15 | 1:40 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 4 transfers | |
· · · | 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 | |
· · · | 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 | |
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Buses from Santa Ana, CA to New York, NY run on average 23 times per day, taking around 75h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $165 (€134) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 01:30, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 2434 miles (3918 km) distance in 70h 45m.
Distance 2434 miles (3918 km) |
Average bus duration 75h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $165 (€134) |
Buses per day 23 |
Fastest bus 70h 45m |
First bus 1:30 AM |
Last bus 11:00 PM |
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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, 28 Allen St. station pair, with some services arriving at New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.. 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.
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.
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