How to get from San Fernando Valley to Santa Ana by bus and train?

San Fernando Valley to Santa Ana - Bus Schedule

The 169 bus from San Fernando Valley to Santa Ana runs from 6:19 AM to 6:46 PM, with departures every 30 min-1 hr 5 min. The trip takes about 3 hr, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From San Fernando Valley to Santa Ana by bus and train

To get from San Fernando Valley to Santa Ana in Los Angeles, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 169 bus from Saticoy / Balboa station to Saticoy / Wilbur station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the DASH bus and finally take the PACIFIC SURFLINER train from Northridge station to Santa Ana Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 180 min. The ride fare is $2.10. The bus and train schedule from San Fernando Valley may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Santa Ana on the Moovit app.

180min$2.10
Walk to bus station
Bus - 169169
Bus - DASHDASH
Train - PACIFIC SURFLINERPACIFIC SURFLINER
Walk to Santa Ana
Leaves from Saticoy / Balboa

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Saticoy / Balboa
    ID 14455
    850 yd • 10 min
  • 2
    Bus - 169169
    Wait for bus
    169
    Canoga Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Saticoy / Wilbur
    ID 14501
    9 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Wilbur Ave & Saticoy St (Northbound)
    ID 3023
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - DASHDASH
    Wait for bus
    DASH
    Clockwise
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Northridge Metrolink Station
    ID 3000
    7 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Northridge
    ID 167
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Train - PACIFIC SURFLINERPACIFIC SURFLINER
    Wait for train
    PACIFIC SURFLINER
    San Diego
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Santa Ana Station
    ID 154, SNA
    121 min
  • 10
    Walk to Santa Ana
    Walk to
    Santa Ana
    1.13 mi • 23 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from San Fernando Valley to Santa Ana

The distance between San Fernando Valley, Los Angeles and Santa Ana, Los Angeles is approximately 66.01 mi, which can typically be travelled in 180 min. Moovit will show you the directions from San Fernando Valley to Santa Ana by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Los Angeles – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from San Fernando Valley to Santa Ana

To check the bus and train schedule from San Fernando Valley to Santa Ana using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (San Fernando Valley) and destination (Santa Ana), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from San Fernando Valley to Santa Ana?

    The fastest way takes 180 minutes, using Bus line 169, Bus line DASH, Train line PACIFIC SURFLINER.

  • Is there a direct bus between San Fernando Valley and Santa Ana?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 180 min.

  • Which bus line goes from San Fernando Valley to Santa Ana?

    The 169 bus line goes from Saticoy / Balboa station near San Fernando Valley in Van Nuys to Saticoy / Wilbur station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Saticoy / Wilbur station near Santa Ana in Los Angeles.

  • How long does it take to travel from San Fernando Valley to Santa Ana by bus and train?

    The total travel time between San Fernando Valley in Van Nuys and Santa Ana in Los Angeles by bus and train is about 180 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near San Fernando Valley to get to Santa Ana?

    Get on the 169 bus from the Saticoy / Balboa stop near San Fernando Valley in Van Nuys.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between San Fernando Valley and Santa Ana?

    Get off the bus at the Saticoy / Wilbur station, which is closest to Santa Ana in Los Angeles.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from San Fernando Valley to Santa Ana?

    The ride from San Fernando Valley to Santa Ana costs $2.10.

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