Find coaches from Santa Maria, US to San Diego, CA, US

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Next departures from Santa Maria to San Diego on 3 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
    		Nicholson Ave
    		Santa Fe DepotCheapest
    Amtrak
      		Nicholson Ave
      		Old Town San DiegoFastest
      Amtrak
        		Nicholson Ave
        		Santa Fe DepotNo tags
        Amtrak
          		Nicholson Ave
          		Santa Fe DepotNo tags
          Amtrak
            		Nicholson Ave
            		Santa Fe DepotNo tags

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            Get from Santa Maria to San Diego

            This route is served by bus only

            The journey takes about 8 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$81, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            1bus per day
            8h 55mAverage duration
            390 kmDistance
            10kgCO₂ emissions

            Bus Santa Maria, US to San Diego, CA, US: Trip Overview

            Average ticket priceUS$81
            Average bus trip duration8h 55m
            Number of daily buses1
            Earliest bus departure20:05
            Distance390 km
            Latest bus departure20:30

            Santa Maria to San Diego Bus

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

            1. How much does a bus ticket from Santa Maria to San Diego cost?

              The bus ticket price from Santa Maria to San Diego starts at US$81. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Santa Maria to San Diego is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

            2. How long is the bus ride from Santa Maria to San Diego?

              The average travel time between Santa Maria and San Diego is around 8h 55m, although the fastest bus will take about 8h 55m. This is the time it takes to travel the 392 km that separates the two cities.

            3. How many daily bus connections are there between Santa Maria and San Diego?

              The number of buses from Santa Maria to San Diego can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 1 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Santa Maria to San Diego by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

            4. Which bus companies travel from Santa Maria to San Diego?

              When taking the bus from Santa Maria to San Diego, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak, FlixBus.

            Find cheapest prices for buses

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            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Santa Maria, US to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on 01 Nov 2025 with a price of US$77

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

            You can expect to pay from US$77 to US$98 for a bus ticket from Santa Maria, US to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$77, which is on 2025-11-03.

            About Bus Travel

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            Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Santa Maria to San Diego will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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            Did you know?

            Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

            One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

            The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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