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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Diridon Station | Nicholson Ave | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Diridon Station | Nicholson Ave | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Diridon Station | Nicholson Ave | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Diridon Station | Nicholson Ave | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Diridon Station | Nicholson Ave | No tags |
Get from San Jose to Santa Maria
The journey takes about 5 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $44, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Jose, 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.
How much is the bus ticket from San Jose to Santa Maria?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Jose to Santa Maria start from $44. The average price for this route is around $73. 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 San Jose to Santa Maria?
The average bus trip duration from San Jose to Santa Maria is 5h 5m, covering a distance of 184 miles (297 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the San Jose to Santa Maria route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Jose to Santa Maria?
The earliest bus departs from San Jose to Santa Maria at 6:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Jose to Santa Maria?
A bus trip from San Jose to Santa Maria generates an estimated 7 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 San Jose 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.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Jose 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 San Jose 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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Jose 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 San Jose, US to Santa Maria, US was searched and found on Nov 29, 2025 with a price of $108To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from San Jose, US to Santa Maria, US, as early as possible.
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