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How to get to Santa Cruz by bus
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What bus companies travel to Santa Cruz, California?
Located in California, Santa Cruz is accessible by bus from one other city. There is only one bus to Santa Cruz per day, operated by Amtrak Thruway, but Wanderu will help you book that ticket for the lowest possible price.
Looking for other ways to get there? Train tickets to Santa Cruz are also available..
Bus companies serving Santa Cruz
Bus | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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FlixBus US | 10 | 2d 2h 35m | €335.92 |
Amtrak Thruway | 1 | 1d 7h 46m | €83.58 |
FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment.
Amtrak Thruway, also known as Amtrak Thruway Motorcoach, is a system of intercity passenger buses operated by Amtrak to connect train stations to areas that are not served by the carrier’s railroads. On the bus, passengers can enjoy comfortable reclining seats with leg rests and access to onboard restroom facilities.
Which bus service has the best service to Santa Cruz?
Based on customers travel reviews, travelers who booked on Wanderu rave about traveling to Santa Cruz by bus with Greyhound giving them a 3.5 rating out of 5.
Travelers also mentioned that Greyhound had the most comfortable bus service to Santa Cruz taking into account the seats and amenities that Greyhound offers. They rate Greyhound a 3.8 out of 5 when it comes to just how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.
If you are looking to arrive to Santa Cruz punctually, travelers suggest that Greyhound has the best on time performance on their bus schedules to Santa Cruz, rating them a 3.8 based on their on time arrivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
The busiest bus station in Santa Cruz is Santa Cruz, California. As Santa Cruz's main station, it has the most buses coming and going. However, a popular alternative is Santa Cruz Bus Stop.
Departure | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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Los Angeles | 11h 22m | €78.30 |
San Jose | 1d 7h 46m | €83.58 |
San Francisco | 3h 38m | €18.79 |
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