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Journey Information
There is one daily coach from Santa Ana to Santa Cruz. Traveling by coach from Santa Ana to Santa Cruz usually takes around 11 hours and 17 minutes, but some coaches might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
Distance | 324 mi (521 km) |
Shortest duration | 11h 17m |
Cheapest price | £48.13 |
Most frequent service | FlixBus US |
Coach lines | 1 |
What coach companies travel from Santa Ana to Santa Cruz?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Santa Ana to Santa Cruz. 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.
Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
FlixBus US | 1 | 11h 17m | £48.24 |
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 Ana to Santa Cruz, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 11 hours and 17 minutes to cover the 324 miles from Santa Ana to Santa Cruz. 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.
There is usually only one coach per day from Santa Ana to Santa Cruz. It leaves the station in Santa Ana at 10:00 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 coach per day from Santa Ana to Santa Cruz. However, it is not a direct coach, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to change coaches during the trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Santa Ana to Santa Cruz; ticket prices start at £53.43.
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 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 Santa Cruz?
Main arrival station: Metro Center - 920 Pacific Ave
All coaches from Santa Ana arrive at one main station in Santa Cruz.
Coach stations in Santa Cruz:
Metro Center - 920 Pacific Ave
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