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

Next bus departures

Next departures for Santa Ana to Tijuana on December 4
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center
Tijuana - Plaza El MexicanoCheapest
Los LimousinesBus
Santa Ana E Santa Ana Blvd
Tijuana Rtno SentriFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center
Tijuana - Plaza El MexicanoNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Santa Ana Bus Station
Tijuana Airport Bus TerminalNo tags
Los LimousinesBus
Santa Ana E Santa Ana Blvd
Tijuana Rtno SentriNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:52 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Santa Ana to Tijuana

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Tijuana. The journey takes about 2 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
2h 40mAverage Duration
98 milesDistance
7kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average Price$28 - $72Average Duration6h
4kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$15 - $15Average Duration2h 40m
7kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Santa Ana, US to Tijuana 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 Santa Ana to Tijuana?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Santa Ana to Tijuana start from $28. The average price for this route is around $45. 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 Santa Ana to Tijuana?

    The average bus trip duration from Santa Ana to Tijuana is 6h, covering a distance of 100 miles (161 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h and is operated by Los Limousines.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 42 buses available per day, including services from Los Limousines, Greyhound, Autotravel.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Santa Ana to Tijuana at 5:55am. And the latest bus departs at 10:45pm.

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

    A bus trip from Santa Ana to Tijuana generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Santa Ana to Tijuana?

    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.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Santa Ana to Tijuana?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Los Limousines has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.8.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Santa Ana to Tijuana?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Greyhound, with a punctuality rating of 2.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Santa Ana to Tijuana?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Los Limousines, with a cleanliness rating of 3.9 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
12/01
$30
12/02
$35
Today
$29
12/04
$27
12/05
$29
12/06
$27
12/07
$29
12/08
$29
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Santa Ana, US to Tijuana was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $27

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 Tijuana, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $27 to $41 for a bus ticket from Santa Ana, US to Tijuana based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $27 which is on 2025-12-04.

Usually Los Limousines 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.

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