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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Tijuana to Santa Ana, CA
Cheapest price
$28
Average price
$38
Fastest journey
4 h 20 m
Average duration
5 h 8 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
160 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Tijuana 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 Tijuana to Santa Ana, CA will cost around $38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
Of the 6 buses that leave Tijuana for Santa Ana, CA on Fri, May 29, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 29 the direct buses cover the 160 km distance in an average of 5 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 20 m .
On Fri, May 29 the slowest buses will take 6 h 20 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.
1:00 AM4h20Tijuana5:20 AMSanta Ana, CA$281One-way0 transfers- 8:10 PM8h10Tijuana4:20 AMSanta Ana, CA$291One-way0 transfers
- 12:20 PM4h20Tijuana4:40 PMSanta Ana, CA$341One-way0 transfers
- 11:00 PM6h20Tijuana5:20 AMSanta Ana, CA$411One-way0 transfers
- 12:00 AM4h20Tijuana4:20 AMSanta Ana, CA$461One-way0 transfers
- 12:20 PM4h20Tijuana4:40 PMSanta Ana, CA$341One-way0 transfers
- 1:00 AM4h20Tijuana5:20 AMSanta Ana, CA$281One-way0 transfers
- 12:00 AM4h20Tijuana4:20 AMSanta Ana, CA$461One-way0 transfers
- 11:00 PM6h20Tijuana5:20 AMSanta Ana, CA$411One-way0 transfers
- 10:00 PM6h20Tijuana4:20 AMSanta Ana, CA$481One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Tijuana to Santa Ana, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Tijuana to Santa Ana, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $30, and a bus costs an average of $28.
Distance: 99 miles (160 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$43 Average price | $32 Average price Cheapest | $1 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 14m Average total duration 4h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 31m Average total duration Fastest 2h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Tijuana to Santa Ana, CA:
A train is $11 (€9) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Tijuana to Santa Ana, CA costing on average $43 (€35).
Other travel options to Santa Ana, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 44m.
You'll arrive about -3h -22m sooner (4h 44m by bus vs 2h 22m by car) and save roughly $-42.32 (€-34.16) compared to fuel and tolls ($43 (€35) vs $1 (€0.91)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Greyhound.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Tijuana to Santa Ana, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:00AM | Arrival Time 04:20AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:20AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 04:20AM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 04:20AM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $34 |
Live departures
Tijuana to Santa Ana, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Tijuana to Santa Ana, CA buses for today, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| · | 4:20 AM Tijuana, Plaza El Mexicano | 4h40 | 9:00 AM Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station) | 1 transfer | |
| · | 3:00 PM Tijuana, Terminal de Autobuses (Aeropuerto) | 6h35 | 9:35 PM Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station) | 1 transfer | |
| · | 5:00 PM Tijuana, Plaza El Mexicano | 4h35 | 9:35 PM Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station) | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, May 28 | |||||
| 12:00 AM Tijuana | 4h20 | 4:20 AM Santa Ana, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Tijuana to Santa Ana, CA
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Buses from Tijuana to Santa Ana, CA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $28 (€23) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:15. The fastest bus covers the 99 miles (160 km) distance in 4h 20m.
Distance 99 miles (160 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€23) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 4h 20m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 35 days |
Bus providers: Greyhound from Tijuana to Santa Ana, CAYou can travel by bus between Tijuana to Santa Ana, CA with Greyhound for as low as $28 (€23). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Tijuana to Santa Ana, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tijuana 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.
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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- 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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- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
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- $15 per additional bag.
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