Moving from Fresno, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Your Complete Guide
303
Miles
5.5 hrs
Drive Time
I-5 South / I-40 East
Primary Highway
Off-Peak
Current Season
Cost of Living Comparison
Category
Fresno, CA
Santa Ana, CA
Cost of Living Index
100
145
Median Home Price
$340,000
$700,000
Median 1BR Rent
$1,100/mo
$2,000/mo
Avg Monthly Utilities
$140
$132
Grocery Index
99
104
Best Stops Along the Way
Breaking up a 303-mile drive? Here are great places to stop between Fresno, CA and Santa Ana, CA.
Bakersfield, CA
A Central Valley city known for its country music scene and agricultural industry. The birthplace of the Bakersfield Sound in country music.
Bakersfield Sound country music, oil industry, and agriculture
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive is approximately 303 miles via I-5 South / I-40 East, taking about 5.5 hours of driving. We recommend breaking this into 1 days of driving, accounting for stops, fuel, and rest.