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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Terminal Rodoviário de Santa Maria | Itapema Bus Terminal | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Terminal Rodoviário de Santa Maria | Itapema Bus Terminal | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Terminal Rodoviário de Santa Maria | Itapema Bus Terminal | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Terminal Rodoviário de Santa Maria | Itapema Bus Terminal | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Terminal Rodoviário de Santa Maria | Itapema Bus Terminal | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 3:14 PM -03.
Get from Santa Maria to Itapema
The journey takes about 13 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $77, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Santa Maria and Itapema?
Stops in Santa Maria
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Terminal Rodoviário de Santa Maria
Rua Pedro Pereira 1450 - lj 101, Santa Maria - RS, 72547-700
Stops in Itapema
- AR. Seiscentos 323 - Tabuleiro dos Oliveiras, Itapema - SC, 88220-000, Brazil
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Santa Maria, RS, BR to Itapema 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 Itapema?
The cheapest bus tickets from Santa Maria to Itapema start from $77. The average price for this route is around $109. 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 Itapema?
The average bus travel time from Santa Maria to Itapema is 13h 50m, covering a distance of 584 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 30m and is operated by União Santa Cruz.
Which bus companies service the Santa Maria to Itapema route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from União Santa Cruz, Viação Penha.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Santa Maria to Itapema?
The earliest bus departs from Santa Maria to Itapema at 8:00am. And the latest bus departs at 7:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santa Maria to Itapema?
A bus trip from Santa Maria to Itapema generates an estimated 15 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Santa Maria to Itapema?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is União Santa Cruz, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 16 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Santa Maria to Itapema?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company União Santa Cruz has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Santa Maria to Itapema?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Viação Penha, with a punctuality rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Santa Maria to Itapema?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is União Santa Cruz, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Santa Maria, RS, BR to Itapema was searched and found on Jan 12, 2026 with a price of $66To 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 Itapema, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $66 to $121 for a bus ticket from Santa Maria, RS, BR to Itapema based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $66 which is on 2026-01-12.
Usually União Santa Cruz will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
