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Is it better to travel by bus or train from Santa Ana to Bakersfield?
There are usually 1 daily train trips available from Santa Ana to Bakersfield.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price$49.10 | Avg. Price$34.90 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips10 | Daily Trips1 |
Duration | Duration5h 46m | Duration4h 57m |
Bus from Santa Ana to Bakersfield: Journey Information
There are 12 intercity buses per day from Santa Ana to Bakersfield. Traveling by bus from Santa Ana to Bakersfield usually takes around 5 hours and 25 minutes, but the fastest Los Limousines bus can make the trip in 3 hours and 15 minutes.
| Distance | 130 mi (209 km) |
| Shortest duration | 3h 15m |
| Cheapest price | $28.97 |
| Trips per day | 3 |
| Most frequent service | Los Limousines |
| Bus lines | 3 |
Buses from Santa Ana to Bakersfield
- FlixBus US: 2 daily buses from $32
- Greyhound: 5 daily buses from $29
- Los Limousines: 9 daily buses from $53
How much is a bus ticket from Santa Ana to Bakersfield?
Bus tickets for a trip from Santa Ana to Bakersfield cost $38.17 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.
Average bus ticket prices from Santa Ana to Bakersfield by travel date
If you're planning to travel by bus from Santa Ana to Bakersfield in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from $35 to $53. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on January 28, 2025.
If you’re looking to travel to Bakersfield this week, bus tickets are available starting at $41.
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 22 days in advance to save $13.54 or more on your ticket, compared to booking at the last minute.
What bus companies travel from Santa Ana to Bakersfield?
There are 3 bus lines from Santa Ana to Bakersfield available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 9 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 | 2 | 4h 30m | $39.76 |
| Greyhound | 5 | 5h 9m | $47.44 |
| Los Limousines | 9 | 6h 9m | $56.74 |
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 Santa Ana to Bakersfield, 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 5 bus trips from Santa Ana to Bakersfield every day, with the average journey taking around 5 hours and 9 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Bakersfield usually start from $29.
Book Los Limousines from Santa Ana to Bakersfield from $53. There are 9 trips per day offered by Los Limousines from Santa Ana to Bakersfield and you can expect on average to pay for a Los Limousines ticket to Bakersfield. In Santa Ana, Los Limousines departs to Bakersfield from Santa Ana E Santa Ana Blvd . In Bakersfield, Los Limousines arrives at Bakersfield Chamberlain Ave .
An average trip on Los Limousines from Santa Ana to Bakersfield takes 6 hours and 9 minutes , while the fastest available Los Limousines trip will get you to Bakersfield in 3 hours and 15 minutes .
On weekends, Los Limousines offers 9 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Bakersfield.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Santa Ana to Bakersfield
The bus takes an average of 5 hours and 25 minutes to cover the 130 miles from Santa Ana to Bakersfield. However, the fastest bus only takes 3 hours and 15 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.
With many people traveling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for bus travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Bakersfield, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
The first bus leaves at 4:00am and the last bus leaves at 9:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Santa Ana to Bakersfield, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 12 scheduled buses that travel from Santa Ana to Bakersfield every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 3 direct buses, where you can stay on the same bus without having to transfer to a connecting bus at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Santa Ana to Bakersfield; ticket prices start at $34.00.
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.
Bakersfield
Bakersfield, California, is just north of LA on the Kern River. The Buena Vista Museum of Natural History, one of the city’s biggest attractions, displays fossils, dinosaur models, Native American artifacts, and a changing array of temporary exhibitions. Meanwhile, the Bakersfield Museum of Art features multiple rotating galleries of modern and historical art.
As the sun sets in Bakersfield, locals and visitors alike flock to Buck Owens Crystal Palace for food, drinks, and the biggest live music venue in the area. The Belvedere Cocktail lounge offers a more intimate live music experience– plus some amazing drinks and arcade games. For a truly unique experience, check out the family-friendly Gaslight Melodrama Theatre, where audiences are encouraged to cheer, boo, and get in on the fun of the live performances.
On the quieter side, Bakersfield has a number of beautiful parks across the city. The Park at RiverWalk is a fan favorite, with 32 sprawling acres along the Kern River dotted with picnic areas, public grills, and fishing spots. The Buena Vista Aquatic Recreational Area provides more outdoor activities with swimming, boating, sailing, cycling, and more.
To get to Bakersfield, fly into the Meadows Field Airport just north of the town. Several bus lines also service the area, connecting the city to Phoenix, Sacramento, Los Angeles, and Ontario. For train service, Amtrak offers routes to San Diego, San Francisco, and even New York City.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Santa Ana?
Main departure station: Reg Transp Ctr - 1000 E Santa Ana Blvd
Santa Ana has two bus stations with service to Bakersfield.
All bus stations in Santa Ana:
Reg Transp Ctr - 1000 E Santa Ana Blvd
Santa Ana E Santa Ana Blvd
Where does the bus arrive in Bakersfield?
Main arrival station: Bakersfield Chamberlain Ave
Buses arrive in Bakersfield at 3 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
All bus stations in Bakersfield:
Bakersfield Chamberlain Ave
601 Truxtun Ave - Transit Station
McKee Park & Ride Bus Stop
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