What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Ana to Downtown San Diego?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Ana to Downtown San Diego is to bus which costs $14 - $24 and takes 2h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Ana to Downtown San Diego?

The fastest way to get from Santa Ana to Downtown San Diego is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs $16 - $24.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Ana and Downtown San Diego?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Santa Ana Bus Stop and arriving at San Diego. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Santa Ana and Downtown San Diego?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Santa Ana and arriving at San Diego. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 6m.

How far is it from Santa Ana to Downtown San Diego?

The distance between Santa Ana and Downtown San Diego is 92 miles. The road distance is 89.3 miles.

How do I travel from Santa Ana to Downtown San Diego without a car?

The best way to get from Santa Ana to Downtown San Diego without a car is to bus via San Diego which takes 1h 59m and costs $20 - $45.

How long does it take to get from Santa Ana to Downtown San Diego?

It takes approximately 1h 59m to get from Santa Ana to Downtown San Diego, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Ana to Downtown San Diego bus from?

Santa Ana to Downtown San Diego bus services, operated by Greyhound Mexico, depart from Santa Ana station.

Where do I catch the Santa Ana to Downtown San Diego train from?

Santa Ana to Downtown San Diego train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Santa Ana station.

Train or bus from Santa Ana to Downtown San Diego?

The best way to get from Santa Ana to Downtown San Diego is to bus via San Diego which takes 1h 59m and costs $20 - $45. Alternatively, you can train via 11th Av & Broadway, which costs $30 - $70 and takes 2h 24m.

Where does the Santa Ana to Downtown San Diego bus arrive?

Santa Ana to Downtown San Diego bus services, operated by Greyhound Mexico, arrive at San Diego station.

Where does the Santa Ana to Downtown San Diego train arrive?

Santa Ana to Downtown San Diego train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Diego station.

Can I drive from Santa Ana to Downtown San Diego?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Ana to Downtown San Diego is 89 miles. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Santa Ana to Downtown San Diego.

Where can I stay near Downtown San Diego?

There are 1884+ hotels available in Downtown San Diego.

Santa Ana to Downtown San Diego - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Santa Ana to Downtown San Diego by bus (Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, or bus (Flixbus)

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Bus via San Diego (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Santa Ana to San Diegobus Los Angeles
1h 59m
$21–43
Bus (Flixbus)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Santa Ana Bus Stop to San Diegobus FlixBus 2017
2h 15m
$14–24
Train via 11th Av & Broadway (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Santa Ana to San Diegotrain Pacific Surfliner
2h 24m
$31–66
Drive 88.8 mi
1. Drive from Santa Ana to Downtown San Diegocar 88.8 mi
1h 33m
$17–24
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Santa Ana to San Diegotrain Pacific Surfliner
2h 30m
$29–65

Santa Ana to Downtown San Diego by bus, tram, and foot (Greyhound)

21Weekly Services

1h 59mAverage Duration

$21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 91.5 mi
Duration: 1h 59m

What companies run services between Santa Ana, CA, USA and Downtown San Diego, CA, USA?

Greyhound Mexico operates a bus from Santa Ana to San Diego 3 times a day. Tickets cost $18–29 and the journey takes 1h 45m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Santa Ana to San Diego hourly. Tickets cost $29–65 and the journey takes 2h 6m.

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