Bus from San Diego, CA, US to Santa Maria, US: Tickets & Schedules

Previously seen trips

Next departures for San Diego to Santa Maria on November 30
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Nicholson AveNo tags
FlixBusBus
UCSD Health La Jolla Station
Nicholson AveNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Greyhound Bus Stop
Nicholson AveNo tags
FlixBusBus
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Nicholson AveNo tags
FlixBusBus
UCSD Health La Jolla Station
Nicholson AveNo tags

Get from San Diego to Santa Maria

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 8 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $45, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
8h 10mAverage Duration
239 milesDistance
10kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Diego, CA, US 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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from San Diego to Santa Maria?

    The cheapest bus tickets from San Diego to Santa Maria start from $45. The average price for this route is around $81. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from San Diego to Santa Maria?

    The average bus trip duration from San Diego to Santa Maria is 8h 10m, covering a distance of 239 miles (385 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 55m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the San Diego to Santa Maria route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus, Greyhound.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Diego to Santa Maria?

    The earliest bus departs from San Diego to Santa Maria at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 9:25pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Diego to Santa Maria?

    A bus trip from San Diego to Santa Maria generates an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from San Diego 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 5597 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Diego to Santa Maria?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from San Diego to Santa Maria?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Diego 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.

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$83
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Santa Maria, US was searched and found on Nov 30, 2025 with a price of $83

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

You can expect to pay from $83 to $83 for a bus ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Santa Maria, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $83 which is on 2025-11-30.

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