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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Oceanside Transportation Center | Nicholson Ave | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 3:26 PM PST.
Get from Oceanside to Santa Maria
The journey takes about 9 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $104, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Oceanside to Santa Maria, US by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Oceanside to Santa Maria?
The cheapest bus tickets from Oceanside to Santa Maria start from $104. The average price for this route is around $104. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Oceanside to Santa Maria?
The average bus travel time from Oceanside to Santa Maria is 9h 50m, covering a distance of 342 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 5m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Oceanside to Santa Maria route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Oceanside to Santa Maria?
The earliest bus departs from Oceanside to Santa Maria at 7:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Oceanside to Santa Maria?
A bus trip from Oceanside to Santa Maria generates an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Oceanside to Santa Maria?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5733 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Oceanside to Santa Maria?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Oceanside to Santa Maria?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Oceanside to Santa Maria?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Oceanside to Santa Maria, US was searched and found on Jan 26, 2026 with a price of $99To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Oceanside to Santa Maria, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $99 to $99 for a bus ticket from Oceanside to Santa Maria, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $99 which is on 2026-01-30.
