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How to get to Santa Ana by bus
| Routes | 34 |
| Trips per day | 359 |
| bus lines | 5 |
| Stations | 2 |
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About 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 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.
What bus companies travel to Santa Ana, California?
Located in California, Santa Ana is accessible by bus from 34 other cities. You can choose from 359 daily scheduled trips when you search for buses to Santa Ana on Wanderu. Los Limousines usually has the most buses on any given day.
Looking for other ways to get there? Train tickets to Santa Ana are also available.
Bus companies serving Santa Ana
| Bus | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 242 | 2d 0h 1m | TRY 10,660.66 |
| Los Limousines | 65 | 10h 22m | TRY 2,646.85 |
| Futura Net | 18 | 0h 56m | TRY 1,269.53 |
| Amtrak Thruway | 16 | 7h 47m | TRY 2,486.00 |
| Greyhound | 15 | 7h 27m | TRY 2,229.99 |
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.
Amtrak Thruway, also known as Amtrak Thruway Motorcoach, is a system of intercity passenger buses operated by Amtrak to connect train stations to areas that are not served by the carrier’s railroads. On the bus, passengers can enjoy comfortable reclining seats with leg rests and access to onboard restroom facilities.
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus 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 buses are outfitted with power outlets, free WiFi, restrooms, and air conditioning for your comfort.
Which bus carrier has the best service to Santa Ana?
Based on customers travel reviews, travelers who booked on Wanderu rave about traveling to Santa Ana by bus with Greyhound giving them a 4 rating out of 5.
Travelers also mentioned that Greyhound had the most comfortable bus service to Santa Ana taking into account the seats and amenities that Greyhound offers. They rate Greyhound a 3.8 out of 5 when it comes to just how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.
If you are looking to arrive to Santa Ana punctually, travelers suggest that Greyhound has the best on time performance on their bus schedules to Santa Ana, rating them a 4 based on their on time arrivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
The busiest bus station in Santa Ana is Santa Ana E Santa Ana Blvd. As Santa Ana's main station, it has the most buses coming and going. However, a popular alternative is Reg Transp Ctr - 1000 E Santa Ana Blvd.
| Departure | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|
| San Diego | 2h 25m | TRY 1,534.38 |
| Tijuana | 5h 42m | TRY 1,594.59 |
| Los Angeles | 2h 4m | TRY 1,141.10 |
| Phoenix | 11h 31m | TRY 3,139.50 |
| Las Vegas | 12h 15m | TRY 2,210.20 |
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