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01/20/2026
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Fresno, CA to Santa Cruz, CA by bus

The journey from Fresno, CA to Santa Cruz, CA by bus is 125.96 mi and takes 8 hr 25 min. There are 1 connections per day, with the first departure at 6:15 AM and the last at 7:15 AM. It is possible to travel from Fresno, CA to Santa Cruz, CA by bus for as little as $18.78 or as much as $38.74. The best price for this journey is $18.78.

Lowest Price $18.78
Journey Duration 8 hr 25 min
Connection per Day 1
Lowest Price $18.78
Highest Price $38.74
First Departure 6:15 AM
Last Departure 7:15 AM
Distance 125.96 mi
Departure Fresno, CA
Arrival Santa Cruz, CA
Carriers Greyhound

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Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Fresno, CA to Santa Cruz, CA

The cheapest Fresno, CA - Santa Cruz, CA bus tickets can be found for as low as $67.02 if you’re lucky, or $92.12 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $120.44.

Find the best day to travel to Santa Cruz, CA by bus

When travelling to Santa Cruz, CA by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

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Fresno, CA to Santa Cruz, CA CO2 Emissions by Bus

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Train
14.19kg
Bus
15.2kg
Flight
40.54kg
Car
32.43kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Fresno, CA to Santa Cruz, CA?
A bus ticket from Fresno, CA to Santa Cruz, CA is $24.37. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $18.78.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Fresno, CA to Santa Cruz, CA?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Fresno, CA to Santa Cruz, CA is $18.78. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Fresno, CA and Santa Cruz, CA by bus?
Fresno, CA to Santa Cruz, CA is 125.96 mi.
How long does the bus between Fresno, CA and Santa Cruz, CA take?
Fresno, CA to Santa Cruz, CA is on average 8 hr 25 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 8 hr 25 min.
How many bus connections per day go from Fresno, CA to Santa Cruz, CA?
Fresno, CA to Santa Cruz, CA has 1 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Fresno, CA to Santa Cruz, CA leave?
The earliest bus from Fresno, CA to Santa Cruz, CA departs at 6:15 AM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from Fresno, CA to Santa Cruz, CA depart?
The latest bus from Fresno, CA to Santa Cruz, CA departs at 7:15 AM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Fresno, CA to Santa Cruz, CA in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is $18.78 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Fresno, CA to Santa Cruz, CA?
There are on average 1 direct connection(s) from Fresno, CA to go to Santa Cruz, CA.
What's the fastest journey time between Fresno, CA to Santa Cruz, CA by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Fresno, CA and Santa Cruz, CA is 8 hr 25 min.
Is there a direct bus from Fresno, CA to Santa Cruz, CA?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Fresno, CA and Santa Cruz, CA.
What are the CO2 emissions for Fresno, CA to Santa Cruz, CA by bus?
The bus journey from Fresno, CA to Santa Cruz, CA creates 15.2kg of CO2 emissions.

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