How much is the bus ticket from Santa Maria to Santa Clara?

The cheapest bus tickets from Santa Maria to Santa Clara start from $69. The average price for this route is around $69. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Santa Maria to Santa Clara?

The average bus trip duration from Santa Maria to Santa Clara is 7h, covering a distance of 168 miles (271 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 55m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Santa Maria to Santa Clara route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Santa Maria to Santa Clara?

The earliest bus departs from Santa Maria to Santa Clara at 8:05pm. And the latest bus departs at 8:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santa Maria to Santa Clara?

A bus trip from Santa Maria to Santa Clara generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Santa Maria to Santa Clara from $69 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Santa Maria to Santa Clara on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:30pm	Nicholson Ave	7h	3:30am	Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center	No tags
Bus	8:05pm	Nicholson Ave	7h 25m	3:30am	Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center	No tags
Bus	8:30pm	Nicholson Ave	7h	3:30am	Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center	No tags
Bus	8:05pm	Nicholson Ave	7h 25m	3:30am	Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center	No tags
Bus	8:30pm	Nicholson Ave	7h	3:30am	Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center	No tags

Get from Santa Maria to Santa Clara

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 7 hours and with fares starting at just $69, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

7hAverage Duration

168 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

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Amtrak

4/55,638 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5638 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $69

Amtrak Santa Maria Santa Clara recent customer reviews

I got 2 emails 1 for santa clara the other for santa ana. Refund plz

Eric M.

June 20, 2025

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

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

How much is the bus ticket from Santa Maria to Santa Clara?
The cheapest bus tickets from Santa Maria to Santa Clara start from $69. The average price for this route is around $69. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Santa Maria to Santa Clara?
The average bus trip duration from Santa Maria to Santa Clara is 7h, covering a distance of 168 miles (271 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 55m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Santa Maria to Santa Clara route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Santa Maria to Santa Clara?
The earliest bus departs from Santa Maria to Santa Clara at 8:05pm. And the latest bus departs at 8:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santa Maria to Santa Clara?
A bus trip from Santa Maria to Santa Clara generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.