Find coaches from San Jose, US to Santa Maria, US

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Next departures from San Jose to Santa Maria on 13 October
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Amtrak
Diridon Station
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Diridon Station
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Amtrak
Diridon Station
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FlixBus
Diridon Station
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Amtrak
Diridon Station
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Bus San Jose, US to Santa Maria, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$73
Average bus trip duration3h 50m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure13:15
Distance184 miles
Latest bus departure15:20

San Jose to Santa Maria Bus

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We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from San Jose to Santa Maria.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Santa Maria from San Jose, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip San Jose, US - Santa Maria, US

  1. How far is Santa Maria from San Jose by coach?

    The distance between San Jose and Santa Maria by coach is approximately 185 miles (298 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Santa Maria from San Jose without a car?

    You can travel to Santa Maria from San Jose by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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US$53
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US$69
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Jose, US to Santa Maria, US was searched and found on 12 Oct 2025 with a price of US$53

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from San Jose, US to Santa Maria, US as early as possible.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between San Jose and Santa Maria!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from San Jose to Santa Maria.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from San Jose to Santa Maria.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from San Jose to Santa Maria while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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