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How to Travel from

Santa Cruz to Orange County

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Transport providers

Airlines

Spirit Airlines

Website:
spirit.com
Plane from Oakland International Airport to John
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$53.58–$280.65

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport to Los
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.16–$255.14

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Monterey Regional Airport to Los
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.87–$472.00

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Website:
alaskaair.com/
Plane from Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport to Los
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.43–$395.46

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport to John
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.57–$433.73
Plane from Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport to Long
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$153.08–$497.52
Plane from Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport to Los
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$121.19–$255.14
Plane from Oakland International Airport to John
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$153.08–$497.52
Plane from Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport to Burbank
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$114.81–$382.71

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from San Jose to Los
Ave. Duration:
10h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$51.03–$178.60
Train from Los Angeles to Santa
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$7.02–$76.54
Train from San Jose to Oakland
Ave. Duration:
56 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$7.65–$76.54
Bus from Front to Diridon
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours

Metrolink Trains

Phone:
(800) 371-LINK (5465)
Website:
metrolinktrains.com
Train from Norwalk/ Santa Fe Springs station to Santa
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$7.02–$8.93
Train from L. A. Union Station station to Santa
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$8.93–$11.48

Metro Los Angeles

Phone:
+1-323-466-3876
Website:
metro.net
Train from Aviation / Imperial Station to Norwalk
Ave. Duration:
26 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.03

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from San Jose Diridon Station to Santa
Ave. Duration:
8h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$29.34–$204.11

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from San Jose Diridon Station to Anaheim
Ave. Duration:
7h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$36.99–$121.19

Santa Cruz Metro

Phone:
+1 (831) 425-8600
Website:
scmtd.com/en/
Bus from Front to Diridon
Ave. Duration:
58 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.30–$8.29
Bus from Ocean & Water to Diridon
Ave. Duration:
57 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.30–$8.29

Norwalk Transit System

Phone:
+1 562-929-5550
Website:
norwalk.org/city-hall/departments/norwalk-transit-system-nts
Bus from C Line Station to Metrolink
Ave. Duration:
16 min
Frequency:
Hourly

OCTA

Phone:
+1 714-560-6282
Website:
octa.net
Bus from 7Th-Channel to 17Th-Flower
Ave. Duration:
59 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.05

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Cruz to Orange County?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Cruz to Orange County is to bus and night bus which costs $34.78 - $119.57 and takes 10h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Cruz to Orange County?

The fastest way to get from Santa Cruz to Orange County is to taxi and fly which takes 4h 59m and costs $271.74 - $597.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Santa Cruz and Orange County?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Cruz to Orange County. However, there are services departing from Front and arriving at Santa Ana Bus Stop via San Jose Diridon Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 33m.

How far is it from Santa Cruz to Orange County?

The distance between Santa Cruz and Orange County is 566 km. The road distance is 596.9 km.

How do I travel from Santa Cruz to Orange County without a car?

The best way to get from Santa Cruz to Orange County without a car is to bus which takes 10h 33m and costs $26.09 - $184.78 .

How long does it take to get from Santa Cruz to Orange County?

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Santa Cruz to Orange County, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Cruz to Orange County bus from?

Santa Cruz to Orange County bus services, operated by Santa Cruz Metro, depart from Front station.

Where does the Santa Cruz to Orange County bus arrive?

Santa Cruz to Orange County bus services, operated by Santa Cruz Metro, arrive at Diridon Station.

Can I drive from Santa Cruz to Orange County?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Cruz to Orange County is 597 km. It takes approximately 6h 25m to drive from Santa Cruz to Orange County.

Where can I stay near Orange County?

There are 1127+ hotels available in Orange County. Prices start at $57.07 per night.
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