How much is the bus ticket from Santa Ana to Oakland?

The cheapest bus tickets from Santa Ana to Oakland start from $63. The average price for this route is around $160. 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 trip duration from Santa Ana to Oakland is 9h 15m, covering a distance of 379 miles (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?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time 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 recommended mode of travel 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 reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Santa Ana to Oakland?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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.

Bus Santa Ana to Oakland from $72 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Santa Ana to Oakland on November 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:50pm	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	15h 20m	6:10am	West Oakland BART	Cheapest
	Bus	9:40pm	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	8h 30m	6:10am	Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay	Fastest
	Bus	9:40pm	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	8h 55m	6:35am	West Oakland BART	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:45am	Santa Ana Bus Station	11h 45m	8:30pm	West Oakland BART	No tags
	Bus	9:20pm	Santa Ana Bus Station	9h 15m	6:35am	West Oakland BART	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 12:05 AM PST.

Get from Santa Ana to Oakland

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 9 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $63, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

9h 15mAverage Duration

379 milesDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

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
B
Emeryville Station
5885 Horton St, Emeryville, CA 94608, USA
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C
Oakland Bus Station
2103 San Pablo Ave, Oakland, CA 94612
D
Greyhound Station
2103 San Pablo Ave, Oakland, CA 94612, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,407 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

FlixBus

3.5/511,471 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling 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 $63. The average price for this route is around $160. 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 trip duration from Santa Ana to Oakland is 9h 15m, covering a distance of 379 miles (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?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time 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 recommended mode of travel 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 reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Santa Ana to Oakland?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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.

Best price found

11/26

$179

11/27

$97

Today

$168

11/29

$179

11/30

$128

12/01

No data

12/02

No data

12/03

No data

The cheapest trip from Santa Ana, US to Oakland was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $97

To 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 $97 to $179 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 $128 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.