Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Terminal Rodoviário de Santa Maria | Santiago Onibus | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Terminal Rodoviário de Santa Maria | Santiago Onibus | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Terminal Rodoviário de Santa Maria | Santiago Onibus | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Terminal Rodoviário de Santa Maria | Santiago Onibus | No tags |
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Get from Santa Maria to Santiago
The journey takes about 2 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Santa Maria and Santiago?
Stops in Santa Maria
- A
Terminal Rodoviário de Santa Maria
Rua Pedro Pereira 1450 - lj 101, Santa Maria - RS, 72547-700
Stops in Santiago
- AR. Flôres da Cunha, 1755 - Centro, Santiago - RS, 97700-000, Brazil
Compare bus companies
Based on 9 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Viação Planalto ticket prices on this trip start at $19
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Santa Maria, RS, BR to Santiago, 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 Santiago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Santa Maria to Santiago start from $19. The average price for this route is around $20. 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 Santiago?
The average bus travel time from Santa Maria to Santiago is 2h 55m, covering a distance of 119 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 25m and is operated by Viação Planalto.
Which bus companies service the Santa Maria to Santiago 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 Santiago?
The earliest bus departs from Santa Maria to Santiago at 2:06am. And the latest bus departs at 5:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santa Maria to Santiago?
A bus trip from Santa Maria to Santiago 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 Santiago, BR was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $16To 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 Santiago, BR, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $16 to $17 for a bus ticket from Santa Maria, RS, BR to Santiago, BR based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $16 which is on 2025-11-28.
