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Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Santa Cruz to Long Beach. Traveling by bus from Santa Cruz to Long Beach usually takes around 14 hours and 17 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 309 mi (498 km) |
| Shortest duration | 14h 17m |
| Cheapest price | $58.47 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus US |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Santa Cruz to Long Beach?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Santa Cruz to Long Beach. FlixBus US is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 1 | 14h 17m | $81.16 |
FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 1 trips per day from Santa Cruz to Long Beach, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 14 hours and 17 minutes to cover the 498 kilometers from Santa Cruz to Long Beach. 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.
There is usually only one bus per day from Santa Cruz to Long Beach. It leaves the station in Santa Cruz at 6:00am each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
There is usually only one bus per day from Santa Cruz to Long Beach. However, it is not a direct bus, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to change buses during the trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Santa Cruz to Long Beach; ticket prices start at $97.62.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Santa Cruz?
Main departure station: Santa Cruz Bus Stop
Most buses depart from the main station in Santa Cruz.
All bus stations in Santa Cruz:
Santa Cruz Bus Stop
Where does the bus arrive in Long Beach?
Main arrival station: Long Bch Bus Station
All buses from Santa Cruz arrive at one main station in Long Beach.
Bus stations in Long Beach:
Long Bch Bus Station
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