Bus Santa Ana, CA to San Francisco: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Santa Ana, CA to San Francisco

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Santa Ana, CA to San Francisco from various bus operators like Greyhound US or FlixBus for the next days.

today

tomorrow

from $74

Saturday

Sunday

from $79

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

from $124

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person

Greyhound US

9h 55m

0

9:20 PM

Santa Ana, CA
Bus Stop

7:15 AM

San Francisco
Bus Station Transbay

0

Economy

$74
Greyhound US

11h 10m

0

7:30 PM

Santa Ana, CA
Bus Stop

6:40 AM

San Francisco
5th/Townsend

0

Economy

$94
Greyhound US

15h 15m

0

7:30 PM

Santa Ana, CA
Bus Stop

10:45 AM

San Francisco
Beach St & Hyde St

0

Economy

$94
FlixBus

11h 45m

0

10:05 AM

Santa Ana, CA
Bus Stop

9:50 PM

San Francisco
Bus Station Transbay

0

Economy

$105

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person

Greyhound US

9h 55m

0

9:20 PM

Santa Ana, CA
Bus Stop

7:15 AM

San Francisco
Bus Station Transbay

0

Economy

$79
Greyhound US

11h 15m

0

9:15 AM

Santa Ana, CA
Bus Stop

8:30 PM

San Francisco
5th/Townsend

0

Economy

$111
Greyhound US

11h 10m

0

7:30 PM

Santa Ana, CA
Bus Stop

6:40 AM

San Francisco
5th/Townsend

0

Economy

$112
FlixBus

11h 45m

0

10:05 AM

Santa Ana, CA
Bus Stop

9:50 PM

San Francisco
Bus Station Transbay

0

Economy

$113

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person

Greyhound US

11h 10m

0

7:30 PM

Santa Ana, CA
Bus Stop

6:40 AM

San Francisco
5th/Townsend

0

Economy

$124
FlixBus

11h 45m

0

10:05 AM

Santa Ana, CA
Bus Stop

9:50 PM

San Francisco
Bus Station Transbay

0

Economy

$155
Greyhound US

9h 55m

0

9:20 PM

Santa Ana, CA
Bus Stop

7:15 AM

San Francisco
Bus Station Transbay

0

Economy

$155
Did you know that if you travel from Santa Ana, CA to San Francisco via Anaheim, CA, you can save more than $3? You will find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  Save more than 2%
  
  11h 25m
  
  Santa Ana, CA
  
  7 mi
  
  10:25 AM
  
  Anaheim, CA
  Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center
  
  9:50 PM
  
  San Francisco
  Bus Station Transbay
  
  0 mi
  
  Economy
  
  $121
Did you know that if you travel from Santa Ana, CA to San Francisco via Los Angeles, you can save more than $50? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  11h 45m
  
  0
  
  10:05 AM
  
  Santa Ana, CA
  Bus Stop
  
  11:30 AM
  
  Los Angeles
  Union Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $15
- Busbud
  
  9h 10m
  
  0
  
  12:40 PM
  
  Los Angeles
  Union Station
  
  9:50 PM
  
  San Francisco
  Salesforce Transit Center
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $59
Travel time is 1h 50m longer, but you will save $50

Frequency of bus connections between Santa Ana, CA and San Francisco

See here how frequent the connections between Santa Ana, CA and San Francisco are, during different times and days of the week.

Friday is the busiest day, with more than 5 daily buses from Santa Ana, CA to San Francisco. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 3 daily coaches between Santa Ana, CA and San Francisco.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 10 buses from Santa Ana, CA to San Francisco, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Santa Ana, CA and San Francisco, with 7 offers.

Facts about the bus from Santa Ana, CA to San Francisco

Compare all providers like Greyhound US and FlixBus that travel 4 times every day by bus from Santa Ana, CA to San Francisco in one click! Book your bus ticket from Santa Ana, CA to San Francisco starting from $65!

Cheapest Bus	$65
Fastest Bus	9h 55m
Earliest Bus	10:05 AM
Latest Bus	9:20 PM
Daily Bus Routes	4 Ø
Distance	376.9 miles
Bus Companies	Greyhound US and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Santa Ana, CA to San Francisco

Every day, 4 buses from 2 bus companies leave Santa Ana, CA for San Francisco: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 11/21/2024 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 11/17

Monday 11/18

Tuesday 11/19

Wednesday 11/20

Thursday 11/21

Friday 11/22

$74

Saturday 11/23

Sunday 11/24

$79

Monday 11/25

Tuesday 11/26

Wednesday 11/27

$124

Thursday 11/28

Friday 11/29

$65

Saturday 11/30

$110

Sunday 12/01

$83

Monday 12/02

Tuesday 12/03

$59

Wednesday 12/04

Thursday 12/05

Friday 12/06

Saturday 12/07

Sunday 12/08

Monday 12/09

Tuesday 12/10

Wednesday 12/11

Thursday 12/12

Friday 12/13

Saturday 12/14

The cheapest time to travel from Santa Ana, CA to San Francisco

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Santa Ana, CA to San Francisco, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $65, Friday is the cheapest day for a bus from Santa Ana, CA to San Francisco. Wednesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $124.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Santa Ana, CA to San Francisco, with $65. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $66.

How to save money travelling from Santa Ana, CA to San Francisco

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Santa Ana, CA to San Francisco in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Santa Ana, CA to San Francisco, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Santa Ana, CA to San Francisco are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Santa Ana, CA and San Francisco

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Santa Ana, CA and San Francisco.

Bus Stop

1000 E Santa Ana Blvd 105

5th/Townsend

Townsend St 400

Beach St & Hyde St

Bus Station Transbay

Folsom Street 200

One Ferry Building

Passenger Loading Zone in front of Ferry Building on Embarcadero. Bus will stop near Marketbar Cafe.

South Van Ness Ave & Market St

Stonestown

Buckingham Way 501

Union Square

Post St 470

Van Ness Ave & Bush St

Service and Comfort on the bus from Santa Ana, CA to San Francisco

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Santa Ana, CA to San Francisco? Or which bus companies serve the route Santa Ana, CA to San Francisco? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Santa Ana, CA to San Francisco bus

How much does a Santa Ana, CA San Francisco bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $65 and takes 11h 15m to reach San Francisco. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Santa Ana, CA to San Francisco?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $65 and $155. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to San Francisco.

On average, how many connections are available from Santa Ana, CA to San Francisco each day?

Every day, the Santa Ana, CA to San Francisco bus route is served by approximately 4 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Santa Ana, CA to San Francisco take?

The fastest bus from Santa Ana, CA to San Francisco is offered by Greyhound US and takes 9h 55m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $74. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Santa Ana, CA to San Francisco?

The earliest bus arriving in San Francisco from Santa Ana, CA starts at 10:05 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Santa Ana, CA to San Francisco?

The latest bus trip departing from Santa Ana, CA for San Francisco starts at 9:20 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Santa Ana, CA San Francisco route?

When traveling by bus from Santa Ana, CA to San Francisco, passengers can travel with Greyhound US and FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Ana, CA and San Francisco?

You can check all the direct connections between Santa Ana, CA and San Francisco by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Greyhound US and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Santa Ana, CA to San Francisco bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Santa Ana, CA San Francisco bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Santa Ana, CA San Francisco bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Santa Ana, CA to San Francisco on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Santa Ana, CA to San Francisco

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Santa Ana, CA and to San Francisco

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Santa Ana, CA and to San Francisco. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!