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Santa Ana to Downey Bus Schedule
Bus from Santa Ana to Downey: Journey Information
There are 14 intercity buses per day from Santa Ana to Downey. Traveling by bus from Santa Ana to Downey usually takes around 21 minutes, but the fastest Futura Net bus can make the trip in 18 minutes.
| Distance | 20 mi (33 km) |
| Shortest duration | 0h 18m |
| Cheapest price | $37.00 |
| Trips per day | 14 |
| Most frequent service | Futura Net |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Santa Ana to Downey?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Santa Ana to Downey. Futura Net connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Futura Net | 14 | 0h 21m | $37.00 |
Book Futura Net from Santa Ana to Downey from $37. There are 14 trips per day offered by Futura Net from Santa Ana to Downey and you can expect on average to pay for a Futura Net ticket to Downey. In Santa Ana, Futura Net departs to Downey from Reg Transp Ctr - 1000 E Santa Ana Blvd . In Downey, Futura Net arrives at 8140 Telegraph Rd and one other station.
An average trip on Futura Net from Santa Ana to Downey takes 0 hours and 21 minutes , while the fastest available Futura Net trip will get you to Downey in 0 hours and 18 minutes .
On weekends, Futura Net offers 14 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Downey.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Santa Ana to Downey
The bus takes an average of 21 minutes to cover the 20 miles from Santa Ana to Downey. However, the fastest bus only takes 18 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.
Saturday is usually the day when buses are busiest, as many travelers take the bus to enjoy the weekend in Downey. 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, 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 9:00am and the last bus leaves at 9:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Santa Ana to Downey, 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 Santa Ana?
Main departure station: Reg Transp Ctr - 1000 E Santa Ana Blvd
Most buses depart from the main station in Santa Ana.
All bus stations in Santa Ana:
Reg Transp Ctr - 1000 E Santa Ana Blvd
Where does the bus arrive in Downey?
Main arrival station: Downey Lakewood Blvd
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Downey.
All bus stations in Downey:
Downey Lakewood Blvd
8140 Telegraph Rd
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