Cheap coach tickets from Tijuana to Santa Ana

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Coach from Tijuana to Santa Ana: Journey Information

There are 9 intercity coaches per day from Tijuana to Santa Ana. Travelling by coach from Tijuana to Santa Ana usually takes around 3 hours and 3 minutes, but the fastest Futura Net coach can make the trip in 2 hours and 12 minutes.

Distance: 98 mi (157 km)
Shortest duration: 2h 12m
Cheapest price: NOK 259.41
Trips per day: 9
Most frequent service: Futura Net
Coach lines: 2

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Tijuana to Santa Ana Coach Timetable

There are several coach options that can take you from Tijuana to Santa Ana:

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How much is a coach ticket from Tijuana to Santa Ana?

Coach tickets for a trip from Tijuana to Santa Ana cost about NOK 462 when you book at the cheapest time, on the day you travel. Tickets cheaper than NOK 462 are an excellent bargain. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find coach tickets at or below this price.

Average coach ticket prices from Tijuana to Santa Ana by travel date

If you're planning to travel by coach from Tijuana to Santa Ana in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from NOK 312 to NOK 510. The cheapest coach tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on 21 November 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Santa Ana this week, coach tickets are available starting at NOK 491.

Average coach ticket prices from Tijuana to Santa Ana by month

Taking the coach from Tijuana to Santa Ana is usually cheapest in July, when the average ticket price is only NOK 359. If you're planning to take the coach from Tijuana to Santa Ana during May, keep in mind that coach ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of NOK 482. However, booking your trip in advance can help you score a ticket at a better price.

Prices as travel date approaches

Most coach companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your coach tickets as early as possible. If you're looking for cheap coach tickets, booking in advance is the way to go.

What coach companies travel from Tijuana to Santa Ana?

There are two coach lines that have daily service from Tijuana to Santa Ana that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Futura Net usually offers more choice, with 7 scheduled trips per day.

Coach	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
Futura Net	7	2h 12m	NOK 538.28
Greyhound	2	5h 19m	NOK 361.33

Book Futura Net from Tijuana to Santa Ana from NOK 538.28. There are 7 trips per day offered by Futura Net from Tijuana to Santa Ana and you can expect on average to pay NOK 538.28 for a Futura Net ticket to Santa Ana. In Tijuana, Futura Net departs to Santa Ana from Tijuana International Airport. In Santa Ana, Futura Net arrives at Reg Transp Ctr - 1000 E Santa Ana Blvd.
An average trip on Futura Net from Tijuana to Santa Ana takes 2 hours and 12 minutes.
At weekends, Futura Net offers 7 trips per day. A single ticket costs NOK 538.28 for a weekend trip to Santa Ana.
Greyhound is the largest nationwide coach carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 2 coach trips from Tijuana to Santa Ana every day, with the average journey taking around 5 hours and 19 minutes to complete. Coach tickets for Greyhound trips to Santa Ana usually start from NOK 259.41.

Frequently asked questions about travelling by coach from Tijuana to Santa Ana

There are 9 scheduled coaches that travel from Tijuana to Santa Ana every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 7 direct coaches, where you can stay on the same coach without having to transfer to a connecting coach at any point during your trip.

Trips per day

Direct trips

The coach takes an average of 3 hours and 3 minutes to cover the 98 miles from Tijuana to Santa Ana. However, the fastest coach only takes 2 hours and 12 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a film. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Distance (mi)

Distance (km)

157

The first coach leaves at 6:51 and the last coach leaves at 19:21. To see the times for all coaches from Tijuana to Santa Ana, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

Earliest coach

6:51am

Latest coach

7:21pm

Sunday tends to be the busiest day for coaches, as many passengers take the coach to Santa Ana at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.

Most crowded

Sunday

Least crowded

Tuesday

City Information

Santa Ana

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 centres. 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 coach 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 coach leave from in Tijuana?

Main departure station: Tijuana International Airport

Coaches to Santa Ana leave from 3 stations in Tijuana.

All coach stations in Tijuana:

Tijuana International Airport
Tijuana (Central)
Tijuana Airport

Where does the coach arrive in Santa Ana?

Main arrival station: Reg Transp Ctr - 1000 E Santa Ana Blvd

All coaches from Tijuana arrive at one main station in Santa Ana.

Coach stations in Santa Ana:

Reg Transp Ctr - 1000 E Santa Ana Blvd

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