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Long Beach to Santa Ana Bus Schedule
Bus from Long Beach to Santa Ana: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Long Beach to Santa Ana. Traveling by bus from Long Beach to Santa Ana usually takes around 40 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus US bus can make the trip in 35 minutes.
| Distance | 19 mi (30 km) |
| Shortest duration | 0h 35m |
| Cheapest price | NOK 81.53 |
| Trips per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus US |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Long Beach to Santa Ana?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Long Beach to Santa Ana. FlixBus US is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 2 | 0h 40m | NOK 92.46 |
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 2 trips per day from Long Beach to Santa Ana, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Long Beach to Santa Ana
The bus takes an average of 40 minutes to cover the 19 miles from Long Beach to Santa Ana. However, the fastest bus only takes 35 minutes. It's a short trip that goes by very quickly. 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.
Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses 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, Saturday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Saturday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 1:00pm and the last bus leaves at 7:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Long Beach to Santa Ana, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 buses per day from Long Beach to Santa Ana. Both of these are direct buses, meaning that you do not have to worry about transferring buses at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Long Beach to Santa Ana; ticket prices start at NOK 325.92.
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 Long Beach?
Main departure station: Long Bch Bus Station
Long Beach has two bus stations with service to Santa Ana.
All bus stations in Long Beach:
Long Bch Bus Station
Shelter 'A' - 107 E First Street
Where does the bus arrive in Santa Ana?
Main arrival station: Reg Transp Ctr - 1000 E Santa Ana Blvd
All buses from Long Beach arrive at one main station in Santa Ana.
All bus stations in Santa Ana:
Reg Transp Ctr - 1000 E Santa Ana Blvd
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