Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Nicholson Ave | 409 Townsend St, SF | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Nicholson Ave | Mission St & Fremont St | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Nicholson Ave | Mission St & Fremont St | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Nicholson Ave | 409 Townsend St, SF | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Nicholson Ave | Mission St & Fremont St | No tags |
Get from Santa Maria to San Francisco
The journey takes about 4 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just £45, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Santa Maria, US to San Francisco, US
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Santa Maria to San Francisco?
The cheapest coach tickets from Santa Maria to San Francisco start from £45. The average price for this route is around £61. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Santa Maria to San Francisco?
The average bus journey time from Santa Maria to San Francisco is 4h 50m, covering a distance of 224 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 4h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Santa Maria to San Francisco route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Santa Maria to San Francisco?
The earliest bus departs from Santa Maria to San Francisco at 15:15. And the latest bus departs at 15:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santa Maria to San Francisco?
A bus journey from Santa Maria to San Francisco produces an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Santa Maria to San Francisco?
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.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Santa Maria to San Francisco?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Santa Maria to San Francisco?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Santa Maria to San Francisco?
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.
