Find coaches from Santa Barbara to Santa Maria, US

Next departures

Next departures from Santa Barbara to Santa Maria on 10 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
    		UC Santa Barbara
    		Nicholson AveCheapestFastest
    Amtrak
      		Train Station
      		Nicholson AveNo tags

      Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:10 PM PST.

      Get from Santa Barbara to Santa Maria

      This route is served by bus only

      The journey takes about 1 hour 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 314, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      3bus per day
      1h 15mAverage duration
      90 kmDistance
      2kgCO₂ emissions

      Frequently asked questions about travelling from Santa Barbara to Santa Maria, US by bus

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

        The bus ticket price from Santa Barbara to Santa Maria starts at R 314. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Santa Barbara to Santa Maria 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 Barbara to Santa Maria?

        The average travel time between Santa Barbara and Santa Maria is around 1h 15m, although the fastest bus will take about 1h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 89 km that separates the two cities.

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

        The number of buses from Santa Barbara to Santa Maria can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Santa Barbara to Santa Maria by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

      4. Which bus companies travel from Santa Barbara to Santa Maria?

        When taking the bus from Santa Barbara to Santa Maria, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak, FlixBus.

      Find cheapest prices for buses

      Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

      Best price found
      07/11
      R 240
      08/11
      R 275
      Today
      R 302
      10/11
      R 586
      11/11
      No data
      12/11
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      13/11
      No data
      14/11
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      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to Santa Maria, US was searched and found on 07 Nov 2025 with a price of R 240

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

      You can expect to pay from R 240 to R 586 for a bus ticket from Santa Barbara to Santa Maria, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 586, which is on 2025-11-10.

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