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Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Mojave to Santa Maria. Traveling by bus from Mojave to Santa Maria usually takes around 9 hours and 40 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 128 mi (206 km) |
| Shortest duration | 9h 40m |
| Cheapest price | $71.00 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Thruway |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Mojave to Santa Maria?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Mojave to Santa Maria. 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 | 9h 40m | $71.00 |
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 Mojave to Santa Maria start at $71. On average, there are 1 Amtrak Thruway bus trips on this route every day.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 9 hours and 40 minutes to cover the 128 miles from Mojave to Santa Maria. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road 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 Mojave to Santa Maria. It leaves the station in Mojave at 1:00pm each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
There is usually only one bus per day from Mojave to Santa Maria. However, it is not a direct bus, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to change buses during the trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Mojave to Santa Maria; ticket prices start at $38.75.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Mojave?
Main departure station: Carl's Jr restaurant
Most buses depart from the main station in Mojave.
All bus stations in Mojave:
Carl's Jr restaurant
Where does the bus arrive in Santa Maria?
Main arrival station: Santa Maria Bus Stop
All buses from Mojave arrive at one main station in Santa Maria.
All bus stations in Santa Maria:
Santa Maria Bus Stop
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