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Bus from Santa Maria to Atascadero: Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Santa Maria to Atascadero. Traveling by bus from Santa Maria to Atascadero usually takes around one hour and 25 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 39 mi (63 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 25m |
| Cheapest price | $23.00 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Thruway |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Santa Maria to Atascadero?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Santa Maria to Atascadero. Amtrak Thruway is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Thruway | 1 | 1h 25m | $23.00 |
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. Amtrak Thruway bus tickets from Santa Maria to Atascadero start at $23. On average, there are 1 Amtrak Thruway bus trips on this route every day.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Santa Maria to Atascadero
The bus takes an average of one hour and 25 minutes to cover the 39 miles from Santa Maria to Atascadero. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short bus trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
There is usually only one bus per day from Santa Maria to Atascadero. It leaves the station in Santa Maria at 8:00am each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Santa Maria?
Main departure station: Santa Maria Bus Stop
Most buses depart from the main station in Santa Maria.
All bus stations in Santa Maria:
Santa Maria Bus Stop
Where does the bus arrive in Atascadero?
Main arrival station: 6000 Capistrano Ave
All buses from Santa Maria arrive at one main station in Atascadero.
All bus stations in Atascadero:
6000 Capistrano Ave
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