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Journey Information
There are 24 intercity buses per day from Tijuana to Santa Ana. Traveling by bus from Tijuana to Santa Ana usually takes around 6 hours and 34 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 4 hours and 20 minutes.
| Distance | 98 mi (157 km) |
| Shortest duration | 4h 20m |
| Cheapest price | $20.98 |
| Trips per day | 16 |
| Most frequent service | Los Limousines |
| Bus lines | 3 |
Buses from Tijuana to Santa Ana
- FlixBus US: 1 daily buses from $36
- Greyhound: 10 daily buses from $20
- Los Limousines: 23 daily buses from $36
What bus companies travel from Tijuana to Santa Ana?
There are 3 bus lines from Tijuana to Santa Ana available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 23 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:
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 1 | 5h 50m | $36.68 |
| Greyhound | 10 | 5h 2m | $24.96 |
| Los Limousines | 23 | 7h 50m | $37.19 |
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 Tijuana to Santa Ana, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
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 performs about 10 bus trips from Tijuana to Santa Ana every day, with the average journey taking around 5 hours and 2 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Santa Ana usually start from $20.
Book Los Limousines from Tijuana to Santa Ana from $36. There are 23 trips per day offered by Los Limousines 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 .
An average trip on Los Limousines from Tijuana to Santa Ana takes 7 hours and 50 minutes , while the fastest available Los Limousines trip will get you to Santa Ana in 4 hours and 20 minutes .
On weekends, Los Limousines offers 23 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Santa Ana.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 6 hours and 34 minutes to cover the 98 miles from Tijuana to Santa Ana. However, the fastest bus only takes 4 hours and 20 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Tijuana to Santa Ana for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, 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 bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 5:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Tijuana to Santa Ana, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
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 bus leave from in Tijuana?
Main departure station: Tijuana (Central)
Buses to Santa Ana leave from 4 stations in Tijuana.
All bus stations in Tijuana:
Tijuana (Central)
Tijuana Airport
Tijuana Blvr. Lázaro Cárdenas
Tijuana Rtno Sentri
Where does the bus arrive in Santa Ana?
Main arrival station: Santa Ana E Santa Ana Blvd
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Santa Ana.
All bus stations in Santa Ana:
Santa Ana E Santa Ana Blvd
Reg Transp Ctr - 1000 E Santa Ana Blvd
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