Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center | West Oakland BART | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center | Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center | West Oakland BART | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Santa Ana Bus Station | West Oakland BART | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Santa Ana Bus Station | West Oakland BART | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 12:05 AM PST.
Get from Santa Ana to Oakland
The journey takes about 9 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $90, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Santa Ana and Oakland?
Stops in Santa Ana
- A
Santa Ana Greyhound Bus Station
1000 E Santa Ana Blvd, Santa Ana, CA 92701 - B
602 S Main St
602 S Main St, Santa Ana, CA 92701, USA
Stops in Oakland
- A
West Oakland BART Station
1401-1421 7th St, Oakland, CA 94607, USA - B5885 Horton St, Emeryville, CA 94608, USA
- C
Oakland Bus Station
2103 San Pablo Ave, Oakland, CA 94612 - D
Greyhound Station
2103 San Pablo Ave, Oakland, CA 94612, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Santa Ana, US to Oakland by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Santa Ana to Oakland?
The cheapest bus tickets from Santa Ana to Oakland start from $90. The average price for this route is around $229. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Santa Ana to Oakland?
The average bus travel time from Santa Ana to Oakland is 9h 15m, covering a distance of 611 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 30m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Santa Ana to Oakland route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Santa Ana to Oakland?
The earliest bus departs from Santa Ana to Oakland at 8:45am. And the latest bus departs at 9:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santa Ana to Oakland?
A bus trip from Santa Ana to Oakland generates an estimated 15 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Santa Ana to Oakland?
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 87387 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Santa Ana to Oakland?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Santa Ana to Oakland?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Santa Ana to Oakland?
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.
The cheapest trip from Santa Ana, US to Oakland was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $140To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Santa Ana, US to Oakland, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $140 to $257 for a bus ticket from Santa Ana, US to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $184 which is on 2025-11-30.
Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
