Bus from Sacramento, US to Santa Maria, US: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Sacramento to Santa Maria on December 12
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Sacramento Valley Station
Nicholson AveCheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 6:56 PM PST.

Get from Sacramento to Santa Maria

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 17 hours and with fares starting at just $118, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
17hAverage Duration
259 milesDistance
10kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Sacramento, US to Santa Maria, US by bus

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

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from Sacramento to Santa Maria start from $118. The average price for this route is around $131. 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 ride from Sacramento to Santa Maria?

    The average bus trip duration from Sacramento to Santa Maria is 17h, covering a distance of 259 miles (417 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 45m and is operated by FlixBus.

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

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

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

    The earliest bus departs from Sacramento to Santa Maria at 9:55pm. And the latest bus departs at 9:55pm.

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

    A bus trip from Sacramento to Santa Maria generates an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Sacramento 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 bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Sacramento to Santa Maria?

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

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Sacramento to Santa Maria?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Sacramento 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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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Sacramento, US to Santa Maria, US was searched and found on Dec 12, 2025 with a price of $92

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

You can expect to pay from $92 to $92 for a bus ticket from Sacramento, US to Santa Maria, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $92 which is on 2025-12-12.

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