How much is the bus ticket from Santa Maria to Los Angeles?

The cheapest bus tickets from Santa Maria to Los Angeles start from $41. The average price for this route is around $63. 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 Los Angeles?

The average bus trip duration from Santa Maria to Los Angeles is 3h 50m, covering a distance of 128 miles (207 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 10m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Santa Maria to Los Angeles route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Santa Maria to Los Angeles?

The earliest bus departs from Santa Maria to Los Angeles at 5:25pm. And the latest bus departs at 8:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santa Maria to Los Angeles?

A bus trip from Santa Maria to Los Angeles generates an estimated 5 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 Santa Maria to Los Angeles?

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 Santa Maria to Los Angeles?

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 Santa Maria to Los Angeles?

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 Santa Maria to Los Angeles?

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.

Bus Santa Maria to Los Angeles from $41 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Santa Maria to Los Angeles on November 30
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	5:25pm	Nicholson Ave	6h 40m	12:05am	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
	5:25pm	Nicholson Ave	3h 10m	8:35pm	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
	4:40am	Nicholson Ave	5h 6m	9:46am	Union Station	No tags
	4:40am	Nicholson Ave	5h 6m	9:46am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Santa Maria to Los Angeles on December 1
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:30pm	Nicholson Ave	3h 25m	11:55pm	UCLA	CheapestFastest
8:10am	Nicholson Ave	8h 55m	5:05pm	UCLA	No tags
8:30pm	Nicholson Ave	3h 50m	12:20am	Union Station	No tags
4:40am	Nicholson Ave	5h 6m	9:46am	Union Station	No tags
4:40am	Nicholson Ave	5h 6m	9:46am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Santa Maria to Los Angeles on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		8:30pm	Nicholson Ave	3h 25m	11:55pm	UCLA	CheapestFastest
		8:10am	Nicholson Ave	8h 55m	5:05pm	UCLA	No tags

Next departures for Santa Maria to Los Angeles on December 3
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:30pm	Nicholson Ave	3h 25m	11:55pm	UCLA	CheapestFastest
8:10am	Nicholson Ave	8h 55m	5:05pm	UCLA	No tags
8:30pm	Nicholson Ave	3h 50m	12:20am	Union Station	No tags
4:40am	Nicholson Ave	5h 6m	9:46am	Union Station	No tags
4:40am	Nicholson Ave	5h 6m	9:46am	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:59 PM PST.

Get from Santa Maria to Los Angeles

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $41, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

3h 50mAverage Duration

128 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,614 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,475 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Santa Maria, US to Los Angeles, 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 Santa Maria to Los Angeles?
The cheapest bus tickets from Santa Maria to Los Angeles start from $41. The average price for this route is around $63. 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 Los Angeles?
The average bus trip duration from Santa Maria to Los Angeles is 3h 50m, covering a distance of 128 miles (207 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Santa Maria to Los Angeles route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Santa Maria to Los Angeles?
The earliest bus departs from Santa Maria to Los Angeles at 5:25pm. And the latest bus departs at 8:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santa Maria to Los Angeles?
A bus trip from Santa Maria to Los Angeles generates an estimated 5 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 Santa Maria to Los Angeles?
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 Santa Maria to Los Angeles?
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 Santa Maria to Los Angeles?
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 Santa Maria to Los Angeles?
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.

Best price found

11/27

$64

11/28

$43

Today

$41

11/30

$62

12/01

$59

12/02

$59

12/03

$59

12/04

$59

The cheapest trip from Santa Maria, US to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on Nov 29, 2025 with a price of $41

To 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 Los Angeles, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $41 to $99 for a bus ticket from Santa Maria, US to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $59 which is on 2025-12-01.