Bus from San Francisco, US to Santa Maria, US: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from San Francisco to Santa Maria on 10 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
409 Townsend St, SF
Nicholson AveNo tags
FlixBusBus
409 Townsend St, SF
Nicholson AveNo tags
AmtrakBus
Mission St & Fremont St
Nicholson AveNo tags
AmtrakBus
Mission St & Fremont St
Nicholson AveNo tags
FlixBusBus
409 Townsend St, SF
Nicholson AveNo tags

Get from San Francisco to Santa Maria

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 5 hours, and with fares starting at just £44, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
5hAverage duration
224 milesDistance
9kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from San Francisco, US to Santa Maria, US

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from San Francisco to Santa Maria?

    The cheapest coach tickets from San Francisco to Santa Maria start from £44. The average price for this route is around £72. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from San Francisco to Santa Maria?

    The average bus journey time from San Francisco to Santa Maria is 5h, covering a distance of 224 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the San Francisco to Santa Maria route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Francisco to Santa Maria?

    The earliest bus departs from San Francisco to Santa Maria at 12:05. And the latest bus departs at 12:05.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Francisco to Santa Maria?

    A bus journey from San Francisco to Santa Maria produces an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which is the best bus company from San Francisco 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 5627 reviews.

  7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from San Francisco to Santa Maria?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from San Francisco to Santa Maria?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Francisco 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.

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