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Cheap coach tickets from Santa Ana to San Jose
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Coach from Santa Ana to San Jose: Journey Information
There are 4 intercity coaches per day from Santa Ana to San Jose. Travelling by coach from Santa Ana to San Jose usually takes around 9 hours and 58 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound coach can make the trip in 8 hours and 10 minutes.
- Distance
- 336 mi (540 km)
- Shortest duration
- 8h 10m
- Cheapest price
- £36.76
- Trips per day
- 4
- Most frequent service
- Greyhound
- Coach lines
- 2
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Santa Ana to San Jose Coach Timetable
There are several coach options that can take you from Santa Ana to San Jose:
See more detailsHow much is a coach ticket from Santa Ana to San Jose?
Coach tickets for a trip from Santa Ana to San Jose cost about £68 when you book at the cheapest time, 27 days ahead. While it’s a bit pricey for a coach ticket, it’s still significantly more cost-effective than flying. 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 Santa Ana to San Jose by travel date
If you're planning to travel by coach from Santa Ana to San Jose in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from £61 to £108. The cheapest coach tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on 9 November 2026. If you’re looking to travel to San Jose this week, coach tickets are available starting at £61.
Average coach ticket prices from Santa Ana to San Jose by month
Taking the coach from Santa Ana to San Jose is usually cheapest in October, when the average ticket price is only £65. If you're planning to take the coach from Santa Ana to San Jose during March, keep in mind that coach ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of £92. 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. To find the cheapest coach tickets, book your trip at least 27 days in advance. This way, you can save up to £23.93 on your coach ticket compared to booking last-minute.
What coach companies travel from Santa Ana to San Jose?
There are two coach lines that have daily service from Santa Ana to San Jose that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Greyhound usually offers more choice, with 3 scheduled trips per day.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Thruway | 1 | 14h 7m | £93.62 |
| Greyhound | 3 | 9h 25m | £77.66 |
Amtrak Thruway, also known as Amtrak Thruway Motorcoach, is a system of intercity passenger coaches operated by Amtrak to connect train stations to areas that are not served by the carrier’s railways. On the coach, passengers can enjoy comfortable reclining seats with leg rests and access to onboard toilet facilities. Amtrak Thruway coach tickets from Santa Ana to San Jose start at £93.62. On average, there is 1 Amtrak Thruway coach trip on this route every day.
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 3 coach trips from Santa Ana to San Jose every day, with the average journey taking around 9 hours and 25 minutes to complete. Coach tickets for Greyhound trips to San Jose usually start from £36.76.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by coach from Santa Ana to San Jose
There are 4 scheduled coaches that travel from Santa Ana to San Jose every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. However, only one of these is a direct coach. With direct service, you do not have to transfer onto a different coach at any point during your trip. Direct coaches also tend to be significantly faster, which is worth bearing in mind as you compare the available options. Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Santa Ana to San Jose; ticket prices start at £54.
Trips per day
4
Direct trips
1
The coach takes an average of 9 hours and 58 minutes to cover the 336 miles from Santa Ana to San Jose. However, the fastest coach only takes 8 hours and 10 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.
Distance (mi)
336
Distance (km)
540
The first coach leaves at 0:15 and the last coach leaves at 21:25. To see the times for all coaches from Santa Ana to San Jose, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
Earliest coach
12:15am
Latest coach
9:25pm
Thursday is usually the day of the week when coaches are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded coaches to San Jose, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
Most crowded
Thursday
Least crowded
Sunday
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.
San Jose
San Jose is located in the heart of the world-famous Silicon Valley in California’s Bay Area. It is the largest city in Northern California and, as such, it is the area’s cultural, political and financial centre.
While you’re in San Jose, make sure to check out the city’s various museums. Since you’re in the world’s foremost technology hub, the Tech Museum of Innovation is a must-visit. And since you’re on the West Coast, you should stop by the San Jose Museum of Art that features the largest permanent collection of works from West Coast artists.
Thanks to its mild California climate, San Jose is one of the best cities in the U.S. for outdoor activities, and due to its largely younger-leaning population, it offers quite the vibrant nightlife. In fact, San Jose is among the biggest party hubs in America.
San Jose is served by various coach carriers and has several Amtrak stops within its vicinity. In addition, the city’s airport is located right near the downtown area, which makes travel to and from San Jose a breeze.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Santa Ana?
Main departure station: Reg Transp Ctr - 1000 E Santa Ana Blvd
Most coaches depart from the main station in Santa Ana.
All coach stations in Santa Ana:
- Reg Transp Ctr - 1000 E Santa Ana Blvd
Where does the coach arrive in San Jose?
Main arrival station: Diridon Caltrain Station - 65 Cahill St
Diridon Station opened in 1935 with architecture inspired by the Italian Renaissance, and today is a vital part of Silicon Valley’s transport system. Diridon Station connects Amtrak train service to local commuter service like the Caltrain and VTA Light Rail. The station is also a major hub for coach transit on Amtrak Thruway and Greyhound coaches. With paid parking onsite, bicycle racks, and accessible entrances, travellers can easily reach the station from nearby downtown San Jose. As a bonus, food trucks frequently set up outside the station to provide delicious cheap eats for passengers.
Coach stations in San Jose:
- Diridon Caltrain Station - 65 Cahill St
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