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Journey Information
There are 3 intercity buses per day from Santa Ana to Tulare. Traveling by bus from Santa Ana to Tulare usually takes around 7 hours and 42 minutes, but the fastest Los Limousines bus can make the trip in 5 hours and 50 minutes.
| Distance | 190 mi (305 km) |
| Shortest duration | 5h 50m |
| Cheapest price | US$62.36 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Los Limousines |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Santa Ana to Tulare?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Santa Ana to Tulare. Los Limousines connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Limousines | 3 | 7h 43m | US$63.67 |
Book Los Limousines from Santa Ana to Tulare from US$62. There are 3 Los Limousines schedules from Santa Ana to Tulare and you can expect on average to pay for a Los Limousines ticket to Tulare. In Santa Ana, Los Limousines departs to Tulare from Santa Ana E Santa Ana Blvd and no other station. In Tulare, Los Limousines arrives at 1105 East Prosperity Avenue and no other station.
An average trip on Los Limousines from Santa Ana to Tulare takes 7 hours and 43 minutes , while the fastest available Los Limousines trip will get you to Tulare in 5 hours and 50 minutes .
On weekends, Los Limousines offers 3 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway trip to Tulare.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 7 hours and 42 minutes to cover the 305 kilometers from Santa Ana to Tulare. However, the fastest bus only takes 5 hours and 50 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
"Travelers prefer riding the bus on Saturday to enjoy the weekend in Tulare. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Thursday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go."
The first bus leaves at 4:00am and the last bus leaves at 1:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Santa Ana to Tulare, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Santa Ana
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Santa Ana is a sunny city in Orange County located between Anaheim and Irvine in the greater Los Angeles area. Downtown Santa Ana bustles with independent breweries, diverse restaurants, unique retail shops, weekly pop-up markets, and art centers. This lively downtown area, in addition to Santa Ana's live-work housing and creative working spaces, make it attractive to young professionals.
One of the most popular spots for visitors is the Santa Ana Zoo, where little ones can enjoy a carousel and mini-train ride along with the animal exhibits. Architecture enthusiasts will love seeing the Bowers Museum, built in a Mission Revival style, and the Heritage Museum, which has restored homes from the 1890s.
The Orange County Transportation Authority and several shuttle services provide transit within Santa Ana. Santa Ana is easily accessible from over 20 other cities by Amtrak Thruway bus or on the Amtrak Pacific Surfliner train. The primary airport for Orange County, John Wayne Airport, is located in Santa Ana and also makes it easy to travel to this vibrant SoCal spot.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Santa Ana?
Main departure station: Santa Ana E Santa Ana Blvd
Most buses depart from the main station in Santa Ana.
All bus stations in Santa Ana:
Santa Ana E Santa Ana Blvd
Where does the bus arrive in Tulare?
Main arrival station: 1105 East Prosperity Avenue
All buses from Santa Ana arrive at one main station in Tulare.
Bus stations in Tulare:
1105 East Prosperity Avenue
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