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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Nicholson Ave | University of Washington | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Nicholson Ave | Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Nicholson Ave | International District. (6th Ave S & S Lane St) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Nicholson Ave | University of Washington | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Nicholson Ave | Greyhound Station | No tags |
Get from Santa Maria to Seattle
The journey takes about 1 day, 7 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $204, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Santa Maria, US to Seattle 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 Seattle?
The cheapest bus tickets from Santa Maria to Seattle start from $204. The average price for this route is around $204. 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 Seattle?
The average bus travel time from Santa Maria to Seattle is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 1415 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 6h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Santa Maria to Seattle route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Santa Maria to Seattle?
The earliest bus departs from Santa Maria to Seattle at 5:25pm. And the latest bus departs at 5:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santa Maria to Seattle?
A bus trip from Santa Maria to Seattle generates an estimated 35 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 Seattle?
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 5733 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Santa Maria to Seattle?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Santa Maria to Seattle?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Santa Maria to Seattle?
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.
The cheapest trip from Santa Maria, US to Seattle was searched and found on Jan 17, 2026 with a price of $300To 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 Seattle, as early as possible.
