The cheapest and fastest buses from Santa Ana, CA to Tacoma, WA
Cheapest price
$253
Average price
$253
Fastest journey
1 d 3 h
Average duration
1 d 3 h
Buses per day
1
Distance
1550 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Santa Ana, CA to Tacoma, WA 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 Tacoma, WA will cost around $253 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $253.
It's difficult to get from Santa Ana, CA to Tacoma, WA without transferring at least 2 times.
9:10 AM27h00Santa Ana, CA12:10 PMTacoma, WA$2531One-way2 transfers
9:10 AM27h00Santa Ana, CA12:10 PMTacoma, WA$2531One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Santa Ana, CA to Tacoma, WA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santa Ana, CA to Tacoma, WA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $302. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $302, and a train costs an average of $240.
Distance: 963 miles (1550 km)
Compare bus with
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$349 Average price Cheapest | $574 Average price | $401 Average price | $233 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
27h 55m Average total duration 27h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 34h 13m Average total duration 33h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 31m Average total duration Fastest 4h 31m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 17h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Santa Ana, CA to Tacoma, WA:
A bus is $52 (€42) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Santa Ana, CA to Tacoma, WA costing on average $401 (€324).
A bus is $226 (€182) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Santa Ana, CA to Tacoma, WA costing on average $574 (€465).
Other travel options to Tacoma, WA take longer:
Bus takes on average 27h 25m.
Train takes on average 33h 43m.
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Santa Ana, CA to Tacoma, WA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound Mexico | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 27h00 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $253 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 27h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $302 |
Live departures
Santa Ana, CA to Tacoma, WA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Santa Ana, CA to Tacoma, WA buses for today, Thursday, June 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:45 PM Santa Ana, CA | 27h25 | 7:10 PM Tacoma, WA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Santa Ana, CA to Tacoma, WA
Buses from Santa Ana, CA to Tacoma, WA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 27h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $302 (€244) but you can travel from only $240 (€194) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 06:01, the last at 21:55. The fastest bus covers the 963 miles (1550 km) distance in 27h 25m.
Distance 963 miles (1550 km) |
Average bus duration 27h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $302 (€244) |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 27h 25m |
First bus 6:01 AM |
Last bus 9:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Bus providers: Greyhound from Santa Ana, CA to Tacoma, WAYou can travel by bus between Santa Ana, CA to Tacoma, WA with Greyhound for as low as $240 (€194). 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 Tacoma, WA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Ana, CA to Tacoma, WA 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 Tacoma, WA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- 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.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
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