Bus 1A route
Route stops
17 stops • 1 direction
- Bakersfield, CA - Amtrak Station
- Santa Clarita - Newhall, CA (NHL)
- Amtrak/Metrolink Burbank Station
- Amtrak/Metrolink Burbank Station
- Glendale, CA (GDL)
- Los Angeles, Ca - Union Station (LAX)
- Fullerton Transportation Center
- Anaheim, CA - Regional Trans. Intermodal Ctr (ANA)
- Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center
- Irvine, CA (IRV)
- San Juan Capistrano, Ca (SNC)
- Oceanside, CA (OSD)
- Solana Beach, CA (SOL)
- Hanford, CA (HNF)
- San Diego, Ca (SAN)
- Fresno, CA (FNO)
- Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center
Route map

Common Questions About This Route
We've gathered all the essentials based on open data. Straight answers to the questions people ask most often.What number is assigned to this route?
Route number is 1A. Remember it—the number stays the same everywhere: on the stop display, in apps, on the vehicle itself. Look for 1A specifically. If you're not sure you found the right stop, just ask someone nearby: 'Does bus 1A stop here?'
Where does bus #1A run?
This route serves the Anaheim (USA) region. In larger metro areas, routes can pass through several districts or towns. To know for sure if it works for you, pull up the route map and check the key stops and direction.
What's the first stop?
Starting point is Fresno/Bakersfield. Usually at the first stop there's a turnaround or layover space where drivers rest between runs. If you want to guarantee a seat, get on here—the vehicle is just starting out and still mostly empty.
What's the last stop?
Final stop is San Diego. Everyone gets off here, the vehicle turns around and heads back after a few minutes. Missed your stop? No big deal—just ride to the end and come back on the same route.
What are the route's features?
OFFERING CITY-TO-CITY (BUS ONLY) THRUWAY BUS TICKETS FROM BAKERSFIELD TO SANTA MONICA
Who's the official operator?
Operator is San Joaquin Joint Powers Authority. This is the official company responsible for the route. If you run into problems (rude driver, breakdown, dirty vehicle, delays)—contact them. It helps to note the time, direction, and route number—makes your complaint more specific and gets handled faster. Contact info is usually on the company website or in transit apps.
Which transit system does it belong to?
This route is part of the 'Amtrak Thruway' transit system. Within one network, payment and transfer rules are often consistent. Terms can differ though, so check current fares and payment methods in up-to-date sources before your trip.
Additional Route Information
Route 1 - Fresno/Bakersfield * Los Angeles * Santa Ana * Oceanside * San Diego
Reference
1A
Origin
Fresno/Bakersfield
Destination
San Diego
Description
OFFERING CITY-TO-CITY (BUS ONLY) THRUWAY BUS TICKETS FROM BAKERSFIELD TO SANTA MONICA
Route network
Amtrak Thruway
Operator
San Joaquin Joint Powers Authority
Data source
https://amtraksanjoaquins.com/thruway-bus-2/route-1/;https://21vreg4f7o1g2r49c02rveod-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/uploads/Route-1C_City-To-City-Pairs.pdf;https://sjjpa.com/wp-content/uploads/2021-SJJPA-Business-Plan-Update_Final.pdf
Quick overview
Explore the bus 1A route in Anaheim (USA). 1 direction, 17 stops, and an interactive route map available in one place.
Data source
The data is obtained from open sources and may contain inaccuracies. Route information is updated regularly.
