Cheap coach tickets from Tijuana to Santa Ana
Find and compare the best ground travel options in one place.
Millions of travelers trust Wanderu every year to get:
Lowest Prices
We partner with the top coach & train carriers to bring you the best deals.
Best Travel Options
We help you find & compare the best buses & trains in one place.
Quick & Easy Booking
Book trips quickly with a simple, hassle-free checkout – online & on our app.
Fast Customer Support
We don’t monkey around. We respond within minutes to help you out.
See what travelers are saying about Wanderu:
Tijuana to Santa Ana Coach Timetable
Coach from Tijuana to Santa Ana: Journey Information
There are 42 intercity coaches per day from Tijuana to Santa Ana. Traveling by coach from Tijuana to Santa Ana usually takes around 5 hours and 42 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 | US$19.98 |
| Trips per day | 15 |
| Most frequent service | Los Limousines |
| Coach lines | 4 |
How much is a coach ticket from Tijuana to Santa Ana?
Bus tickets for a trip from Tijuana to Santa Ana cost US$22.48 on average. Opting to take a bus is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Average coach ticket prices from Tijuana to Santa Ana by travel date
Over the next four weeks, the average price of bus tickets from Tijuana to Santa Ana is expected to be between US$22 and US$38. The cheapest day to travel in the next month is 15 November 2025, when tickets are available for 15 November 2025. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next week start at just US$25.
Monthly average prices
Prices as travel date approaches
The easiest way to save money on bus tickets is by booking in advance! Many carriers increase prices as the travel date approaches, so it's always a good idea to buy your tickets as early as possible. Book at least 15 days in advance to save US$15.66 or more on your ticket, compared to booking at the last minute.
What coach companies travel from Tijuana to Santa Ana?
There are 4 bus lines from Tijuana to Santa Ana available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 54 daily trips, Los Limousines usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 3 | 7h 17m | US$44.34 |
| Futura Net | 7 | 2h 12m | US$55.00 |
| Greyhound | 2 | 4h 37m | US$23.67 |
| Los Limousines | 54 | 6h 18m | US$37.16 |
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 3 trips per day from Tijuana to Santa Ana, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Book Futura Net from Tijuana to Santa Ana from US$55. There are 7 Futura Net schedules from Tijuana to Santa Ana and you can expect on average to pay for a Futura Net ticket to Santa Ana. In Tijuana, Futura Net departs to Santa Ana from Tijuana International Airport and no other station. In Santa Ana, Futura Net arrives at Reg Transp Ctr - 1000 E Santa Ana Blvd and no other station.
An average trip on Futura Net from Tijuana to Santa Ana takes 2 hours and 12 minutes .
On weekends, Futura Net offers 7 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway 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 bus trips from Tijuana to Santa Ana every day, with the average journey taking around 4 hours and 37 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Santa Ana usually start from US$20.
Book Los Limousines from Tijuana to Santa Ana from US$37. There are 54 Los Limousines schedules from Tijuana to Santa Ana and you can expect on average to pay for a Los Limousines ticket to Santa Ana. In Tijuana, Los Limousines departs to Santa Ana from Tijuana Airport and 2 other stations. In Santa Ana, Los Limousines arrives at Santa Ana E Santa Ana Blvd and no other station.
An average trip on Los Limousines from Tijuana to Santa Ana takes 6 hours and 18 minutes , while the fastest available Los Limousines trip will get you to Santa Ana in 2 hours and 12 minutes .
On weekends, Los Limousines offers 50 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Santa Ana.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Tijuana to Santa Ana
The coach takes an average of 5 hours and 42 minutes to cover the 98 miles from Tijuana to Santa Ana. However, the fastest coach only takes 2 hours and 12 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. 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.
Because many passengers travel from Tijuana to Santa Ana at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for coaches. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Saturday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Saturday ticket is the way to go.
The first coach leaves at 00:00 and the last coach leaves at 19:00. To see the times for all coaches from Tijuana to Santa Ana, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Santa Ana
Image credit: Unsplash
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 coach leave from in Tijuana?
Main departure station: Tijuana Airport
Coaches to Santa Ana leave from 6 stations in Tijuana.
All coach stations in Tijuana:
Tijuana Airport
Tijuana Rtno Sentri
Tijuana Blvr. Lázaro Cárdenas
Tijuana International Airport
Tijuana (Central)
Hotel City Express
Where does the coach arrive in Santa Ana?
Main arrival station: Santa Ana E Santa Ana Blvd
These are the two stations where coaches may stop when they arrive in Santa Ana.
Coach stations in Santa Ana:
Santa Ana E Santa Ana Blvd
Reg Transp Ctr - 1000 E Santa Ana Blvd
Get around town with Moovit
Need a return trip from Santa Ana to Tijuana?
Search Coach Tickets
Wanderu is the simplest way to book coach and train travel.
With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare bus and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap bus and train tickets hassle-free. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading bus and train companies, we always have the best bus and train deals out there.