Santa Ana, CA, USA to Fresno, CA, USA from $23: 8 ways by bus, train, flight or car

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378 kmDistance

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Santa Ana - Fresno operators

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Bus Show bus routes

Contact phone

+1 214-849-8100

Website

https://www.greyhound.com/

Bus from Santa Ana Bus Stop to Fresno Bus Station

Average Duration

6h 39m

Estimated price

$23-85

Bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Bakersfield Train Station

Average Duration

2h 10m

Estimated price

$0-0

Contact phone

+1 (855) 626-8585

Website

https://www.flixbus.com/

Bus from Santa Ana Bus Stop to Fresno Bus Station

Average Duration

6h 20m

Estimated price

$23-85

Bus from Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center to Fresno Bus Station

Average Duration

Estimated price

$931-2380

Train

Contact phone

+1 800-872-7245

Website

https://www.amtrak.com/home.html

Train from Santa Ana station to L.A. Union Station station

Average Duration

1h 2m

Estimated price

$238-931

Train from Santa Ana to Los Angeles

Average Duration

56m

Estimated price

$236-237

Train from Bakersfield to Fresno

Average Duration

Estimated price

$858-85

Plane

Website

https://www.southwest.com/

Plane from Los Angeles Airport to Fresno Airport

Average Duration

1h 12m

Estimated price

$232-233

Website

https://www.united.com/

Plane from Los Angeles Airport to Fresno Airport

Average Duration

1h 12m

Estimated price

$1058-4404

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Contact phone

+1 714-905-5453

Other from Santa Ana to Hawthorne

Average Duration

37m

Estimated price

$230-23680

Frequently asked questions

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The distance between Santa Ana and Fresno is approximately 378 km by air and 406 km by road. Typical travel times vary depending on the mode of transportation chosen. By train and bus via Los Angeles, it takes about 7 hours and 12 minutes to reach Fresno from Santa Ana. Alternatively, by car, it takes around 4 hours and 10 minutes, while taking the bus takes approximately 6 hours and 39 minutes.

The most cost-effective and time-efficient transportation option for traveling from Santa Ana to Fresno is by bus. This option takes 7 hours and 48 minutes and costs $23 to $85. However, if time is a priority, driving is the quickest option as it takes 4 hours and 10 minutes and costs $45 to $70.

The prices for a bus ticket between Santa Ana and Fresno range from $23 to $85, depending on the bus company, time of travel, and seat class.

To get from Santa Ana to Fresno without using public transportation, you can choose to drive. The distance is approximately 407 km and it takes about 4 hours and 10 minutes to drive from Santa Ana to Fresno. The cost of the trip by car can vary, with prices ranging from $45 to $70.

To travel from Santa Ana to Fresno without a car, the best option is to take a bus. The bus journey takes approximately 6 hours and 39 minutes, and fares range from $23 to $85.

Yes, there is a direct link between Santa Ana and Fresno in the form of a bus service operated by Greyhound USA. The bus departs from Santa Ana Bus Stop and arrives at Fresno Bus Station twice daily. The journey takes approximately 6 hours and 39 minutes.

The flight between Santa Ana and Fresno typically takes about 1 hour and 11 minutes. Prices for this flight can vary between $125 and $337, depending on factors such as airline, time of booking, and availability.

There are plenty of options for accommodation near Fresno with over 105 hotels to choose from. The price range for these hotels starts at $56, so there are options available for different budgets. Some popular hotels in Fresno include the Holiday Inn Express, Hampton Inn & Suites, and the DoubleTree by Hilton Fresno Convention Center.