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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Terminal Rodoviário de Santa Maria | Estação Rodoviária de Cruz Alta | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Terminal Rodoviário de Santa Maria | Estação Rodoviária de Cruz Alta | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Terminal Rodoviário de Santa Maria | Estação Rodoviária de Cruz Alta | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Terminal Rodoviário de Santa Maria | Estação Rodoviária de Cruz Alta | No tags |
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Get from Santa Maria to Cruz Alta
The journey takes about 2 hours, and with fares starting at just $18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Compare bus companies
Based on 12 reviews, the company was rated 3.7 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the temperature but often complained with the power outlets. Viação Planalto ticket prices on this trip start at $18
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Santa Maria, RS, BR to Cruz Alta, BR 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 Santa Maria to Cruz Alta?
The cheapest bus tickets from Santa Maria to Cruz Alta start from $18. The average price for this route is around $21. 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 Santa Maria to Cruz Alta?
The average bus travel time from Santa Maria to Cruz Alta is 2h, covering a distance of 119 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h and is operated by Viação Planalto.
Which bus companies service the Santa Maria to Cruz Alta route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Santa Maria to Cruz Alta?
The earliest bus departs from Santa Maria to Cruz Alta at 5:16am. And the latest bus departs at 7:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santa Maria to Cruz Alta?
A bus trip from Santa Maria to Cruz Alta generates an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Santa Maria, RS, BR to Cruz Alta, BR was searched and found on Feb 1, 2026 with a price of $15To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Santa Maria, RS, BR to Cruz Alta, BR, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $15 to $23 for a bus ticket from Santa Maria, RS, BR to Cruz Alta, BR based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $15 which is on 2026-02-01.
