Find coaches from Santa Maria, RS, BR to São Carlos, SC

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Viação Planalto
Terminal Rodoviário de Santa Maria
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Terminal Rodoviário de Santa Maria
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Terminal Rodoviário de Santa Maria
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Get from Santa Maria to São Carlos

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The journey takes about 7 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
7h 10mAverage duration
302 kmDistance
8kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Santa Maria, RS, BR to São Carlos, SC: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$42
Average bus trip duration7h 10m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure15:00
Distance301 km

Santa Maria to São Carlos Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Santa Maria, RS, BR - São Carlos, SC

  1. How much does a bus ticket from Santa Maria to São Carlos cost?

    The bus ticket price from Santa Maria to São Carlos starts at US$29. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Santa Maria to São Carlos 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 São Carlos?

    The average travel time between Santa Maria and São Carlos is around 7h 10m, although the fastest bus will take about 7h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 302 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily bus connections are there between Santa Maria and São Carlos?

    The number of buses from Santa Maria to São Carlos 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 São Carlos by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from Santa Maria to São Carlos?

    When taking the bus from Santa Maria to São Carlos, you can travel comfortably and safely with Viação Planalto.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Santa Maria, RS, BR to São Carlos, SC was searched and found on 29 Oct 2025 with a price of US$36

To 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 São Carlos, SC as early as possible.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Santa Maria to São Carlos, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Santa Maria to São Carlos 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?

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

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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