The cheapest and fastest buses from Stockton, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Cheapest price
$105
Average price
$113
Fastest journey
10 h 50 m
Average duration
10 h 55 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
561 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Stockton, CA to Santa Ana, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stockton, CA to Santa Ana, CA will cost around $113 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $105.
Of the 2 buses that leave Stockton, CA for Santa Ana, CA on Fri, Jan 16, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jan 16 the direct buses cover the 561 km distance in an average of 10 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 50 m .
On Fri, Jan 16 the slowest buses will take 11 h 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.
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 10h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $122 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $105 |
Live departures
Stockton, CA to Santa Ana, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Stockton, CA to Santa Ana, CA buses for tomorrow, Friday, January 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:05 AM Stockton, CA | 9h05 | 3:10 PM Santa Ana, CA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:50 AM Stockton, CA | 10h10 | 10:00 PM Santa Ana, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Stockton, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Buses from Stockton, CA to Santa Ana, CA run on average 6 times per day, taking around 8h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $92 (€74) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:00, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 348 miles (561 km) distance in 9h 5m.
Distance 348 miles (561 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $92 (€74) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 9h 5m |
First bus 04:00 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Stockton, CA to Santa Ana, CA start from as low as $92 (€74) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $180 (€145) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 6 daily trains from Stockton, CA to Santa Ana, CA with 1 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 9h 5m but the average duration is 8h 50m
Train Operators
- Travel from Stockton, CA to Santa Ana, CA with Greyhound and CBX Cross Border Express
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is Greyhound.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from Stockton, Greyhound Bus Station, CA and arrive in Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station)
- First train typically departs at 04:00 AM and the last at 11:45 PM
Bus providers: Greyhound, CBX Cross Border Express from Stockton, CA to Santa Ana, CAYou can travel by bus between Stockton, CA to Santa Ana, CA with Greyhound, CBX Cross Border Express for as low as $92 (€74). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Stockton, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stockton, CA to Santa Ana, 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 Santa Ana, CA, 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.
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- 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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