What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Ana to University of California, San Diego?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Ana to University of California, San Diego is to drive which costs $14 - $21 and takes 1h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Ana to University of California, San Diego?

The fastest way to get from Santa Ana to University of California, San Diego is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs $14 - $21.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Ana and University of California, 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 20m.

Is there a direct train between Santa Ana and University of California, San Diego?

No, there is no direct train from Santa Ana to University of California, San Diego station. However, there are services departing from Santa Ana and arriving at UCSD Central Campus Station via Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.

How far is it from Santa Ana to University of California, San Diego?

The distance between Santa Ana and University of California, San Diego is 77 miles. The road distance is 77.3 miles.

How long does it take to get from Santa Ana to University of California, San Diego?

The bus from Santa Ana Bus Stop to San Diego takes 1h 20m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Santa Ana to University of California, San Diego bus from?

Santa Ana to University of California, San Diego bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Santa Ana Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the Santa Ana to University of California, San Diego train from?

Santa Ana to University of California, San Diego train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Santa Ana station.

Train or bus from Santa Ana to University of California, San Diego?

The best way to get from Santa Ana to University of California, San Diego is to bus which takes 1h 33m and costs $16 - $35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $29 - $45 and takes 2h 23m.

Where does the Santa Ana to University of California, San Diego bus arrive?

Santa Ana to University of California, San Diego bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at San Diego station.

Where does the Santa Ana to University of California, San Diego train arrive?

Santa Ana to University of California, San Diego train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Diego Old Town Transportation Center station.

Can I drive from Santa Ana to University of California, San Diego?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Ana to University of California, San Diego is 77 miles. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Santa Ana to University of California, San Diego.

How do I get a bus ticket from Santa Ana to University of California, San Diego?

Book your Santa Ana to University of California, San Diego bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near University of California, San Diego?

There are 2130+ hotels available in University of California, San Diego.

Santa Ana to University of California, San Diego

There are 4 ways to get from Santa Ana to University of California, San Diego by bus (Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, train, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus (Flixbus)
best
1. Take the bus from Santa Ana Bus Stop to San DiegoFlixBus 2017 / ...
1h 33m
$16–35
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Santa Ana to OceansidePacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 to Gilman Dr & Myers Dr101
3h 16m
$12–22
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Santa Ana to San Diego Old Town Transportation CenterPacific Surfliner
2h 23m
$29–43
Drive 76.9 mi
1. Drive from Santa Ana to University of California, San Diego76.9 mi
1h 22m
$14–21

Santa Ana to University of California, San Diego by bus and foot (Flixbus)

14Weekly Services

1h 33mAverage Duration

$16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 76.8 mi
Duration: 1h 33m

What companies run services between Santa Ana, CA, USA and University of California, San Diego, CA, USA?

Flixbus USA operates a bus from Santa Ana Bus Stop to San Diego twice daily. Tickets cost $16–35 and the journey takes 1h 20m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Santa Ana to San Diego Old Town Transportation Center every 2 hours. Tickets cost $27–31 and the journey takes 1h 49m.

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