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Bus Chicago to Santa Ana: Trip Overview

Bus Chicago to Santa Ana: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$215
Average bus trip duration2d 3h
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure6:00 AM
Distance1728 miles (2787 km)
Latest bus departure10:50 PM

Chicago to Santa Ana Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures5
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures6:00AM - 10:50PM
Minimum Price$146
Average Ticket Price$215
Minimum Trip Duration2d2h
Average Bus Trip Duration2d3h
Distance1728 miles (2787 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteGreyhound, FlixBus
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Chicago - Santa Ana

The bus is the best choice to get to Santa Ana without flying. The bus trip is an affordable, safe and convenient way to travel between the two cities. You also have the option of using carpooling services.

The average travel time from Chicago to Santa Ana is about 2d 3h, but you can get there in as little as 2d 2h with the quickest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 1730 miles (2790 km) that separate the two cities.

The distance separating Chicago and Santa Ana is 1730 miles (2790 km).

You can choose from 5 travel times and travel with Greyhound and FlixBus. The number of buses from Chicago to Santa Ana can differ depending on the day of the week. Busbud can make your trip from Chicago to Santa Ana a breeze! Simply check the schedules and pick the bus that matches your style and budget. It's that easy!

The bus service operates between 6:00 AM and 10:50 PM.

If you're headed to Santa Ana from Chicago, chances are that your bus will leave from Downtown Greyhound Station and arrive at 602 S Main St. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

The cheapest way to travel this route is by bus. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $146.

You can expect to pay around $215 for a bus ticket. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $146 to $535, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Yes, you can take a night bus to go from Chicago to Santa Ana. Make sure to pack a blanket and a snack to make your trip more comfortable.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Chicago and Santa Ana!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Chicago to Santa Ana, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Chicago to Santa Ana will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Chicago to Santa Ana.

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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Bus from Santa Ana to Chicago

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