Bus from Santa Maria, US to Sacramento, US: Tickets & Schedules

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Santa Maria to Sacramento on November 30
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Nicholson Ave
Greyhound Sacramento StationNo tags
FlixBusBus
Nicholson Ave
Old SacramentoNo tags
FlixBusBus
Nicholson Ave
Sacramento (University/65th - CSUS)No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Nicholson Ave
Greyhound Sacramento StationNo tags
FlixBusBus
Nicholson Ave
Sacramento (University/65th - CSUS)No tags

Get from Santa Maria to Sacramento

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 15 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $183, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
15h 5mAverage Duration
259 milesDistance
10kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Santa Maria, US to Sacramento, 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 Santa Maria to Sacramento?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Santa Maria to Sacramento start from $183. The average price for this route is around $183. 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 Santa Maria to Sacramento?

    The average bus trip duration from Santa Maria to Sacramento is 15h 5m, covering a distance of 259 miles (417 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 35m and is operated by Amtrak.

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

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

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

    The earliest bus departs from Santa Maria to Sacramento at 5:25pm. And the latest bus departs at 5:25pm.

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

    A bus trip from Santa Maria to Sacramento 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 Santa Maria to Sacramento?

    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 Santa Maria to Sacramento?

    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 Santa Maria to Sacramento?

    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 Santa Maria to Sacramento?

    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.

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