Bus from San Jose, US to Santa Ana, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from San Jose to Santa Ana on 9 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Diridon Station
Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal CenterCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Diridon Station
Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal CenterFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Diridon Station
Santa Ana Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Diridon Station
Santa Ana Bus StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:55 AM PST.

Get from San Jose to Santa Ana

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 12 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 824, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
12h 15mAverage duration
536 kmDistance
13kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Jose, US to Santa Ana, US by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from San Jose to Santa Ana?

    The cheapest bus tickets from San Jose to Santa Ana start at R 824. The average price for this route is around R 2 170. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from San Jose to Santa Ana?

    The average bus journey time from San Jose to Santa Ana is 12h 15m, covering a distance of 536 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 8h 40m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the San Jose to Santa Ana route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Jose to Santa Ana?

    The earliest bus departs from San Jose to Santa Ana at 00:40. And the latest bus departs at 23:10.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Jose to Santa Ana?

    A bus trip from San Jose to Santa Ana produces an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. What is the best bus company from San Jose to Santa Ana?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87412 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Jose to Santa Ana?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from San Jose to Santa Ana?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Jose to Santa Ana?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
06/12
R 2 385
07/12
R 2 962
Today
R 1 818
09/12
R 2 167
10/12
R 1 556
11/12
No data
12/12
No data
13/12
R 874
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Jose, US to Santa Ana, US was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 874

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from San Jose, US to Santa Ana, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 874 to R 2 971 for a bus ticket from San Jose, US to Santa Ana, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 874, which is on 2025-12-13.

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