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How to get to Santa Maria by bus
| Routes | 5 |
| Trips per day | 10 |
| bus lines | 3 |
| Stations | 1 |
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What bus companies travel to Santa Maria, California?
Located in California, Santa Maria is accessible by bus from 5 other cities. You can choose from 10 daily scheduled trips when you search for buses to Santa Maria on Wanderu. Greyhound usually has the most buses on any given day.
Looking for other ways to get there? Train tickets to Santa Maria are also available..
Bus companies serving Santa Maria
| Bus | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 108 | 1d 10h 50m | CHF 183.44 |
| Amtrak Thruway | 11 | 5h 55m | CHF 54.55 |
| Greyhound | 4 | 12h 57m | CHF 71.10 |
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.
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound buses are outfitted with power outlets, free WiFi, restrooms, and air conditioning for your comfort.
Which bus service has the best service to Santa Maria?
Based on customers travel reviews, travelers who booked on Wanderu rave about traveling to Santa Maria by bus with Amtrak Thruway giving them a 2.8 rating out of 5.
Travelers also mentioned that Amtrak Thruway had the most comfortable bus service to Santa Maria taking into account the seats and amenities that Amtrak Thruway offers. They rate Amtrak Thruway a 4 out of 5 when it comes to just how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.
If you are looking to arrive to Santa Maria punctually, travelers suggest that Amtrak Thruway has the best on time performance on their bus schedules to Santa Maria, rating them a 4.5 based on their on time arrivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
The main bus station in Santa Maria is Santa Maria Bus Stop. As the busiest station, it has the most bus arrivals, although some buses may make other stops in and around Santa Maria.
| Departure | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles | 5h 46m | CHF 55.18 |
| Santa Barbara | 3h 56m | CHF 39.31 |
| Sacramento | 13h 58m | CHF 82.39 |
| San Jose | 4h 40m | CHF 48.80 |
| San Francisco | 5h 5m | CHF 46.51 |
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