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Tijuana to Santa Ana Bus Schedule
Bus from Tijuana to Santa Ana: Journey Information
There are 55 intercity buses per day from Tijuana to Santa Ana. Traveling by bus from Tijuana to Santa Ana usually takes around 5 hours and 57 minutes, but the fastest Futura Net bus can make the trip in 2 hours and 12 minutes.
| Distance | 98 mi (157 km) |
| Shortest duration | 2h 12m |
| Cheapest price | PLN 73.72 |
| Trips per day | 24 |
| Most frequent service | Los Limousines |
| Bus lines | 3 |
How much is a bus ticket from Tijuana to Santa Ana?
Bus tickets for a trip from Tijuana to Santa Ana cost PLN 82.72 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.
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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 20 days in advance to save PLN 58.68 or more on your ticket, compared to booking at the last minute.
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 52 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Futura Net | 7 | 2h 12m | PLN 197.99 |
| Greyhound | 2 | 4h 35m | PLN 97.23 |
| Los Limousines | 52 | 6h 47m | PLN 133.91 |
Book Futura Net from Tijuana to Santa Ana from PLN 198. There are 7 trips per day offered by Futura Net 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 . In Santa Ana, Futura Net arrives at Reg Transp Ctr - 1000 E Santa Ana Blvd .
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. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Santa Ana.
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 2 bus trips from Tijuana to Santa Ana every day, with the average journey taking around 4 hours and 35 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Santa Ana usually start from PLN 74.
Book Los Limousines from Tijuana to Santa Ana from PLN 132. There are 52 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 Rtno Sentri 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 6 hours and 47 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 53 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Santa Ana.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Tijuana to Santa Ana
The bus takes an average of 5 hours and 57 minutes to cover the 98 miles from Tijuana to Santa Ana. However, the fastest bus 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 bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Saturday is usually the day when buses are busiest, as many travelers take the bus to enjoy the weekend in Santa Ana. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
The first bus leaves at 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 7:00pm. 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 Rtno Sentri
Buses to Santa Ana leave from 5 stations in Tijuana.
All bus stations in Tijuana:
Tijuana Rtno Sentri
Tijuana Airport
Tijuana Blvr. Lázaro Cárdenas
Tijuana International Airport
Tijuana (Central)
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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