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Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Santa Maria to Indio. Traveling by bus from Santa Maria to Indio usually takes around 8 hours and 20 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 255 mi (411 km) |
| Shortest duration | 8h 20m |
| Cheapest price | $104.98 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus US |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Santa Maria to Indio?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Santa Maria to Indio. FlixBus US 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 1 | 8h 21m | $104.98 |
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. On average, FlixBus US operates 1 trips per day from Santa Maria to Indio, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 8 hours and 20 minutes to cover the 255 miles from Santa Maria to Indio. 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 Santa Maria to Indio. It leaves the station in Santa Maria at 5:00pm 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 Santa Maria to Indio. 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 Santa Maria to Indio; ticket prices start at $53.00.
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 Indio?
Main arrival station: 83-100 Indio Blvd
All buses from Santa Maria arrive at one main station in Indio.
All bus stations in Indio:
83-100 Indio Blvd
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