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

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

today
tomorrow
Sunday
Monday
$31
Tuesday
$39
Wednesday
Thursday
$45

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 4h 50m 5:10 PM Bakersfield, CA Amtrak Terminal 10:00 PM Santa Ana, CA Bus Stop  Economy $31
Greyhound US 4h 50m 5:10 AM Bakersfield, CA Amtrak Terminal 10:00 AM Santa Ana, CA Bus Stop  Economy $56
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bakersfield, CA to Santa Ana, CA via Los Angeles, you can save more than $7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      5h 5m
      0
      4:55 AM
      Bakersfield, CA
      Park & Ride/McKee Rd.
      7:00 AM
      Los Angeles
      University of California (curbside)
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $17
      • Waiting Time 1h 15m
    • Greyhound US
      1h 45m
      0
      8:15 AM
      Los Angeles
      Union Station
      10:00 AM
      Santa Ana, CA
      Bus Stop
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $7
    Travel time is 0h 15m longer, but you will save $7

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 4h 50m 5:10 PM Bakersfield, CA Amtrak Terminal 10:00 PM Santa Ana, CA Bus Stop  Economy $39
Greyhound US 4h 50m 5:10 AM Bakersfield, CA Amtrak Terminal 10:00 AM Santa Ana, CA Bus Stop  Economy $47
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bakersfield, CA to Santa Ana, CA via Los Angeles, you can save more than $15? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      5h 5m
      0
      4:55 AM
      Bakersfield, CA
      Park & Ride/McKee Rd.
      7:00 AM
      Los Angeles
      University of California (curbside)
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $17
      • Waiting Time 1h 15m
    • Greyhound US
      1h 45m
      0
      8:15 AM
      Los Angeles
      Union Station
      10:00 AM
      Santa Ana, CA
      Bus Stop
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $7
    Travel time is 0h 15m longer, but you will save $15

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 4h 50m 5:10 AM Bakersfield, CA Amtrak Terminal 10:00 AM Santa Ana, CA Bus Stop  Economy $45
Greyhound US 4h 50m 5:10 PM Bakersfield, CA Amtrak Terminal 10:00 PM Santa Ana, CA Bus Stop  Economy $48
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bakersfield, CA to Santa Ana, CA via Los Angeles, you can save more than $21? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      5h 5m
      0
      4:55 AM
      Bakersfield, CA
      Park & Ride/McKee Rd.
      7:00 AM
      Los Angeles
      University of California (curbside)
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $17
      • Waiting Time 1h 15m
    • Greyhound US
      1h 45m
      0
      8:15 AM
      Los Angeles
      Union Station
      10:00 AM
      Santa Ana, CA
      Bus Stop
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $7
    Travel time is 0h 15m longer, but you will save $21

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Bakersfield, CA to Santa Ana, CA is $24 on 7/21/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Bakersfield, CA and Santa Ana, CA

See here how frequent the connections between Bakersfield, CA and Santa Ana, CA are, during different times and days of the week.
Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 4 daily buses from Bakersfield, CA to Santa Ana, CA. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Bakersfield, CA and Santa Ana, CA.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 4 buses from Bakersfield, CA to Santa Ana, CA, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Bakersfield, CA and Santa Ana, CA, with 4 offers.

Facts about the bus from Bakersfield, CA to Santa Ana, CA

Compare all providers like Greyhound US that travel 2 times every day by bus from Bakersfield, CA to Santa Ana, CA in one click! Book your bus ticket from Bakersfield, CA to Santa Ana, CA starting from $24!

Cheapest Bus $24
Fastest Bus 4h 50m
Earliest Bus 5:10 AM
Latest Bus 5:10 PM
Daily Bus Routes 2 Ø
Distance 130.2 miles
Bus Companies Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from Bakersfield, CA to Santa Ana, CA

Every day, 2 buses from 1 bus companies leave Bakersfield, CA for Santa Ana, CA: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/24/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 07/19
Monday 07/20
Tuesday 07/21
Wednesday 07/22
Thursday 07/23
Friday 07/24
Saturday 07/25
Sunday 07/26
Monday 07/27
$31
Tuesday 07/28
$39
Wednesday 07/29
Thursday 07/30
$45
Friday 07/31
Saturday 08/01
$43
Sunday 08/02
$47
Monday 08/03
$44
Tuesday 08/04
Wednesday 08/05
Thursday 08/06
$46
Friday 08/07
Saturday 08/08
$44
Sunday 08/09
$56
Monday 08/10
$42
Tuesday 08/11
$39
Wednesday 08/12
$37
Thursday 08/13
Friday 08/14
$48
Saturday 08/15

The cheapest time to travel from Bakersfield, CA to Santa Ana, CA

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Bakersfield, CA to Santa Ana, CA, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $31, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Bakersfield, CA to Santa Ana, CA. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $45.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Bakersfield, CA to Santa Ana, CA, with $31. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $31.

How to save money travelling from Bakersfield, CA to Santa Ana, CA

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 Bakersfield, CA to Santa Ana, CA 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 Bakersfield, CA to Santa Ana, CA, 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 Bakersfield, CA to Santa Ana, CA are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Bakersfield, CA to Santa Ana, CA

These are the most booked bus companies between Bakersfield, CA to Santa Ana, CA from our users.

Greyhound US from Bakersfield, CA to Santa Ana, CA

Greyhound US

Here you will find the key facts about the Greyhound US bus route Bakersfield, CA to Santa Ana, CA:

Cheapest Price $31
Fastest Bus 4h 50m
Earliest Bus 5:10 AM
Last Bus 5:10 PM
Daily Connections 2 Ø
Found on 6/29/2026

All bus stations and stops in Bakersfield, CA and Santa Ana, CA

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

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

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

FAQs about the Bakersfield, CA to Santa Ana, CA bus

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

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $24 and takes 4h 50m to reach Santa Ana, CA. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $24 and $56. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Santa Ana, CA.

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

Every day, the Bakersfield, CA to Santa Ana, CA bus route is served by approximately 2 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Bakersfield, CA to Santa Ana, CA is offered by Greyhound US and takes 4h 50m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $56. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

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

The earliest bus arriving in Santa Ana, CA from Bakersfield, CA starts at 5:10 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 Bakersfield, CA to Santa Ana, CA?

The latest bus trip departing from Bakersfield, CA for Santa Ana, CA starts at 5:10 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 Bakersfield, CA Santa Ana, CA route?

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

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

You can check all the direct connections between Bakersfield, CA and Santa Ana, CA 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.

What can I take with me on the Bakersfield, CA to Santa Ana, CA 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 Bakersfield, CA Santa Ana, CA 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 Bakersfield, CA Santa Ana, CA 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 Bakersfield, CA to Santa Ana, CA on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Bakersfield, CA to Santa Ana, CA?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 2 daily trips between Bakersfield, CA and Santa Ana, CA. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Bakersfield, CA to Santa Ana, CA?

Prices and availability for 2 trips between Bakersfield, CA and Santa Ana, CA change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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