The cheapest and fastest buses from Santa Clarita, CA to Fresno, CA
Cheapest price
$50
Average price
$50
Fastest journey
4 h 27 m
Average duration
4 h 27 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
285 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Santa Clarita, CA to Fresno, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santa Clarita, CA to Fresno, CA will cost around $50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $50.
Of the 1 buses that leave Santa Clarita, CA for Fresno, CA on Fri, Mar 20, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Mar 20 the direct buses cover the 285 km distance in an average of 4 h 27 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 27 m .
On Fri, Mar 20 the slowest buses will take 4 h 27 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.


Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Santa Clarita, CA to Fresno, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santa Clarita, CA to Fresno, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $42. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $42, and a flight costs an average of $310.
Distance: 177 miles (285 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$44 Average price Cheapest | $80 Average price | $369 Average price |
4h 40m Average total duration 4h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 35m Average total duration 5h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Santa Clarita, CA to Fresno, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Santa Clarita, CA to Fresno, CA buses for today, Thursday, March 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:40 AM Santa Clarita, CA | 4h14 | 2:54 PM Fresno, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Santa Clarita, CA to Fresno, CA
Buses from Santa Clarita, CA to Fresno, CA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $42 (€34) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 21:55. The fastest bus covers the 177 miles (285 km) distance in 4h 14m.
Distance 177 miles (285 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $42 (€34) |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 4h 14m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 21:55 |
FAQs: Bus from Santa Clarita, CA to Fresno, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Clarita, CA to Fresno, 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 Fresno, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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