Bus from Chicago to Santa Ana, US: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Chicago to Santa Ana on January 23
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
UC Irvine (Crawford Hall)Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
UC Irvine (Crawford Hall)Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal CenterNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal CenterNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Santa Ana Bus StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:23 PM CST.

Get from Chicago to Santa Ana

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 2 days, 4 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $206, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day
2d 4hAverage Duration
1727 milesDistance
70kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chicago to Santa Ana, US by bus

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

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Santa Ana start from $206. The average price for this route is around $394. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Chicago to Santa Ana?

    The average bus trip duration from Chicago to Santa Ana is 2d 4h, covering a distance of 1727 miles (2785 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 7h and is operated by Greyhound.

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

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 12 trains available per day.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Santa Ana at 12:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

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

    A bus trip from Chicago to Santa Ana generates an estimated 70 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
01/20
$199
01/21
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Today
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01/23
$407
01/24
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01/25
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01/26
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Santa Ana, US was searched and found on Jan 20, 2026 with a price of $199

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

You can expect to pay from $199 to $407 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Santa Ana, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $407 which is on 2026-01-23.

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