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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Phoenix (North), AZ | Nicholson Ave | CheapestFastest | |||||
| Phoenix (North), AZ | Nicholson Ave | No tags |
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Get from Phoenix to Santa Maria
The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $97, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Phoenix, AZ 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.
How much is the bus ticket from Phoenix to Santa Maria?
The cheapest bus tickets from Phoenix to Santa Maria start from $97. The average price for this route is around $181. 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 Phoenix to Santa Maria?
The average bus trip duration from Phoenix to Santa Maria is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 490 miles (789 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 13h 45m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Phoenix to Santa Maria route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Phoenix to Santa Maria?
The earliest bus departs from Phoenix to Santa Maria at 2:25am. And the latest bus departs at 3:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Phoenix to Santa Maria?
A bus trip from Phoenix to Santa Maria generates an estimated 20 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Phoenix 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 5733 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Phoenix to Santa Maria?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Phoenix to Santa Maria?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Phoenix 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.
The cheapest trip from Phoenix, AZ to Santa Maria, US was searched and found on Jan 15, 2026 with a price of $197To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Phoenix, AZ to Santa Maria, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $197 to $343 for a bus ticket from Phoenix, AZ to Santa Maria, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $197 which is on 2026-01-22.
