Bus Wilmington, NC to Santa Ana, CA: Compare prices and save money

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

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

today

$222

tomorrow

$223

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

$222

Sunday

Cheapest bus trips today
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Greyhound US	66h 50m	4:10 PM	Wilmington, NC	Forden Station	8:00 AM	Santa Ana, CA	Bus Stop		Economy	$222	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Forden Station, Wilmington, NC (USA) at 1/19/2026 4:10:00 PM to Bus Stop, Santa Ana, CA (USA) arriving at 1/22/2026 8:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $222 per person are available. Travel duration is 66h 50m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Greyhound US	80h 50m	4:10 PM	Wilmington, NC	Forden Station	10:00 PM	Santa Ana, CA	Bus Stop		Economy	$223	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Forden Station, Wilmington, NC (USA) at 1/20/2026 4:10:00 PM to Bus Stop, Santa Ana, CA (USA) arriving at 1/23/2026 10:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $223 per person are available. Travel duration is 80h 50m
	Greyhound US	75h 20m	7:40 AM	Wilmington, NC	Forden Station	8:00 AM	Santa Ana, CA	Bus Stop		Economy	$245	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Forden Station, Wilmington, NC (USA) at 1/20/2026 7:40:00 AM to Bus Stop, Santa Ana, CA (USA) arriving at 1/23/2026 8:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $245 per person are available. Travel duration is 75h 20m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Greyhound US	66h 50m	4:10 PM	Wilmington, NC	Forden Station	8:00 AM	Santa Ana, CA	Bus Stop		Economy	$222	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Forden Station, Wilmington, NC (USA) at 1/24/2026 4:10:00 PM to Bus Stop, Santa Ana, CA (USA) arriving at 1/27/2026 8:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $222 per person are available. Travel duration is 66h 50m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Wilmington, NC to Santa Ana, CA is $221 on 1/27/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Wilmington, NC and Santa Ana, CA

See here how frequent the connections between Wilmington, NC and Santa Ana, CA are, during different times and days of the week.

Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 2 daily buses from Wilmington, NC to Santa Ana, CA. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Wilmington, NC and Santa Ana, CA.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 3 buses from Wilmington, NC to Santa Ana, CA, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Wilmington, NC and Santa Ana, CA, with 1 offers.

Facts about the bus from Wilmington, NC to Santa Ana, CA

Compare all providers like Greyhound US that travel 1 times every day by bus from Wilmington, NC to Santa Ana, CA in one click! Book your bus ticket from Wilmington, NC to Santa Ana, CA starting from $221!

Cheapest Bus	$221
Fastest Bus	63h 50m
Earliest Bus	4:10 PM
Latest Bus	4:10 PM
Daily Bus Routes	1 Ø
Distance	2,273.2 miles
Bus Companies	Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from Wilmington, NC to Santa Ana, CA

Every day, 1 buses from 1 bus companies leave Wilmington, NC for Santa Ana, CA: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 01/19/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 01/18

Monday 01/19

$222

Tuesday 01/20

$223

Wednesday 01/21

Thursday 01/22

Friday 01/23

Saturday 01/24

$222

Sunday 01/25

Monday 01/26

$229

Tuesday 01/27

$221

Wednesday 01/28

Thursday 01/29

Friday 01/30

Saturday 01/31

Sunday 02/01

Monday 02/02

Tuesday 02/03

Wednesday 02/04

Thursday 02/05

Friday 02/06

Saturday 02/07

Sunday 02/08

Monday 02/09

Tuesday 02/10

Wednesday 02/11

Thursday 02/12

Friday 02/13

Saturday 02/14

The cheapest time to travel from Wilmington, NC to Santa Ana, CA

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Wilmington, NC to Santa Ana, CA, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $220, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Wilmington, NC to Santa Ana, CA. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $221.

Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Wilmington, NC to Santa Ana, CA, with $222. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $243.

How to save money travelling from Wilmington, NC 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 Wilmington, NC 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 Wilmington, NC 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 Wilmington, NC to Santa Ana, CA are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Wilmington, NC and Santa Ana, CA

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

Forden Station

Cando St 505

Walmart

Sigmon Road 5226

MAXX Store

S College RD 341

Bus Stop

1000 E Santa Ana Blvd 105

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

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

FAQs about the Wilmington, NC to Santa Ana, CA bus

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

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $221 and takes 63h 50m to reach Santa Ana, CA. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $221 and $245. 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 Wilmington, NC to Santa Ana, CA each day?

Every day, the Wilmington, NC to Santa Ana, CA bus route is served by approximately 1 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Wilmington, NC to Santa Ana, CA is offered by Greyhound US and takes 63h 50m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $222. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

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

The earliest bus arriving in Santa Ana, CA from Wilmington, NC starts at 4:10 PM. 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 Wilmington, NC to Santa Ana, CA?

The latest bus trip departing from Wilmington, NC for Santa Ana, CA starts at 4:10 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 Wilmington, NC Santa Ana, CA route?

When traveling by bus from Wilmington, NC 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 Wilmington, NC and Santa Ana, CA?

You can check all the direct connections between Wilmington, NC 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 Wilmington, NC 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 Wilmington, NC 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 Wilmington, NC 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 Wilmington, NC to Santa Ana, CA on your planned travel date.

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

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Wilmington, NC and to Santa Ana, CA

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Wilmington, NC and to Santa Ana, CA. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!