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Fresno, CA to Santa Ana, CA by bus

The journey from Fresno, CA to Santa Ana, CA by bus is 376.36 km and takes 7 hrs 3 mins. There are 15 connections per day, with the first departure at 2:25 a.m. and the last at 9:49 p.m.. It is possible to travel from Fresno, CA to Santa Ana, CA by bus for as little as $39.43 or as much as $92.20. The best price for this journey is $39.43.

Lowest Price $39.43
Journey Duration 7 hrs 3 mins
Connection per Day 15
Lowest Price $39.43
Highest Price $92.20
First Departure 2:25 a.m.
Last Departure 9:49 p.m.
Distance 376.36 km
Departure Fresno, CA
Arrival Santa Ana, CA
Carriers Los Limousines, Amtrak

Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Fresno, CA to Santa Ana, CA

The cheapest Fresno, CA - Santa Ana, CA bus tickets can be found for as low as $109.22 if you’re lucky, or $129.62 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $161.34.

Find the best day to travel to Santa Ana, CA by bus

When travelling to Santa Ana, CA by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board Amtrak, Greyhound and FlixBus from Fresno, CA to Santa Ana, CA
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Fresno, CA to Santa Ana, CA CO2 Emissions by Bus

Ecology
Train
26.35kg
Bus
28.23kg
Flight
75.27kg
Car
60.22kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Fresno, CA to Santa Ana, CA?
A bus ticket from Fresno, CA to Santa Ana, CA is $73.87. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $39.43.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Fresno, CA to Santa Ana, CA?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Fresno, CA to Santa Ana, CA is $39.43. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Fresno, CA and Santa Ana, CA by bus?
Fresno, CA to Santa Ana, CA is 376.36 km.
How long does the bus between Fresno, CA and Santa Ana, CA take?
Fresno, CA to Santa Ana, CA is on average 7 hrs 3 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 5 hrs 35 mins.
Which companies operate from Fresno, CA to Santa Ana, CA?
The bus journey from Fresno, CA to Santa Ana, CA is covered by 3 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Los Limousines, Amtrak, Greyhound and FlixBus.
How many bus connections per day go from Fresno, CA to Santa Ana, CA?
Fresno, CA to Santa Ana, CA has 15 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Fresno, CA to Santa Ana, CA leave?
The earliest bus from Fresno, CA to Santa Ana, CA departs at 2:25 a.m.. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from Fresno, CA to Santa Ana, CA depart?
The latest bus from Fresno, CA to Santa Ana, CA departs at 9:49 p.m.. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Fresno, CA to Santa Ana, CA in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is $39.43 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Fresno, CA to Santa Ana, CA?
There are on average 5 direct connection(s) from Fresno, CA to go to Santa Ana, CA.
What's the fastest journey time between Fresno, CA to Santa Ana, CA by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Fresno, CA and Santa Ana, CA is 5 hrs 35 mins.
Is there a direct bus from Fresno, CA to Santa Ana, CA?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Fresno, CA and Santa Ana, CA.
What are the CO2 emissions for Fresno, CA to Santa Ana, CA by bus?
The bus journey from Fresno, CA to Santa Ana, CA creates 28.23kg of CO2 emissions.

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