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El Paso to Santa Ana Bus Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from El Paso to Santa Ana?
There are usually 1 daily train trips available from El Paso to Santa Ana.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price$102.73 | Avg. Price$171.33 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips2 | Daily Trips1 |
Duration | Duration20h 43m | Duration19h 10m |
Bus from El Paso to Santa Ana: Journey Information
There are 6 intercity buses per day from El Paso to Santa Ana. Traveling by bus from El Paso to Santa Ana usually takes around 20 hours and 44 minutes, but the fastest Los Limousines bus can make the trip in 17 hours and 40 minutes.
| Distance | 675 mi (1086 km) |
| Shortest duration | 17h 40m |
| Cheapest price | $103.50 |
| Most frequent service | Los Limousines |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from El Paso to Santa Ana?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from El Paso to Santa Ana. Los Limousines 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Limousines | 6 | 20h 45m | $103.83 |
Book Los Limousines from El Paso to Santa Ana from $104. There are 6 trips per day offered by Los Limousines from El Paso to Santa Ana and you can expect on average to pay for a Los Limousines ticket to Santa Ana. In El Paso, Los Limousines departs to Santa Ana from El Paso Bus Station . In Santa Ana, Los Limousines arrives at Santa Ana E Santa Ana Blvd .
An average trip on Los Limousines from El Paso to Santa Ana takes 20 hours and 45 minutes , while the fastest available Los Limousines trip will get you to Santa Ana in 17 hours and 40 minutes .
On weekends, Los Limousines offers 6 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Santa Ana.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from El Paso to Santa Ana
The bus takes an average of 20 hours and 44 minutes to cover the 675 miles from El Paso to Santa Ana. However, the fastest bus only takes 17 hours and 40 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.
Tuesday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, 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 10:00am and the last bus leaves at 7:00pm. To see the times for all buses from El Paso to Santa Ana, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 6 scheduled buses that travel from El Paso to Santa Ana every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which bus you take, you will have to transfer buses at least once during your journey.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from El Paso, TX to Santa Ana, CA; ticket prices start at $130.00.
City Information
El Paso
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El Paso takes you to a world of art, history, entertainment, and style. Also known as the Sun City, El Paso is more than just stories of outlaws and their notoriety. While it is the city where one can learn about the lives of jailbreaker Billy the Kid and gunfighter John Wesley Hardin, it is also home to inspiring historical figures such as city attorney Richard F. Burges and missionary Fray Garcia.
El Paso has an exciting mix of art galleries and museums that depicts the city's rich culture and history. These are the reasons why El Paso lures thousands of painters, sculptors, photographers, and muralists from around the world. Among the best art galleries in the area are the Agave Rosa Gallery, Encaustic International Art Studio, and Ho Baron Sculpture Garden.
El Paso delivers when it comes to family and adult entertainment as well. Kids would surely love exploring the El Paso Zoo, trying the rides at the Western Playland, and biking along the Rio Grande. For adults, El Paso's regional casinos are worth visiting. And if you’re a fan of a mixed drink, El Paso is home to some of the country’s cheapest cocktails.
El Paso is easily accessible via train, bus, or air. Flights arrive at the El Paso International Airport or just north of the state border in Las Cruces, NM (the Las Cruces Shuttle runs from this airport to El Paso several times daily). Ground travel includes train service on Amtrak and bus service on several major bus carriers from El Paso to other destinations in Texas and beyond.
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 El Paso?
Main departure station: El Paso Bus Station
Most buses depart from the main station in El Paso.
All bus stations in El Paso:
El Paso Bus Station
Where does the bus arrive in Santa Ana?
Main arrival station: Santa Ana E Santa Ana Blvd
All buses from El Paso arrive at one main station in Santa Ana.
All bus stations in Santa Ana:
Santa Ana E Santa Ana Blvd
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