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Santa Maria Valley Historical Society Museum
Local history museum with exhibits on railroads, farming, ranching, and everyday life in the Santa Maria Valley.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$97
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$97
Fastest journey on Sep 20
9 h 10 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
9 h 10 m
Buses on Sep 20
1
Distance
232 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from East Los Angeles, CA to Santa Maria, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from East Los Angeles, CA to Santa Maria, CA will cost around $97 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $97.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 1 buses from East Los Angeles, CA to Santa Maria, CA, including 1 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct buses cover the 232 km distance in an average of 9 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 10 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest buses will take 9 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Metro Los Angeles | Departure Time 06:32AM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 6h53 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $128 |
Operator Metro Los Angeles | Departure Time 06:42AM | Arrival Time 01:09PM | Duration 6h27 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $111 |
Operator Metro Los Angeles | Departure Time 08:26AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 7h04 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $128 |
Operator Metro Los Angeles | Departure Time 08:43AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 6h47 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Metro Los Angeles | Departure Time 10:44AM | Arrival Time 07:08PM | Duration 8h24 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $115 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $97 |
Operator Metro Los Angeles | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 11:35PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $128 |
Operator Metro Los Angeles | Departure Time 08:23PM | Arrival Time 07:28AM | Duration 11h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $115 |
The table below shows live departures for East Los Angeles, CA to Santa Maria, CA buses for tomorrow, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:10 PM East Los Angeles, CA | 9h10 | 1:20 AM Santa Maria, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Take a bus from East Los Angeles, CA to Santa Maria, CA and enjoy the approximately 144 miles (232 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest bus runs at 06:32, the last at 20:23.
Distance 144 miles (232 km) |
First bus 6:32 AM |
Last bus 8:23 PM |
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Large city park with a lake, walking paths, gardens, and open space; one of Santa Maria's best everyday outdoor stops.
Scenic preserve with trails through oak woodland and ranch landscapes; a favorite for hiking, wildlife, and wide valley views.
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Most East Los Angeles, CA to Santa Maria, CA buses use the Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station) to Santa Maria, Nicholson Avenue / Cypress Street station pair. Use this guide to compare East Los Angeles, CA and Santa Maria, CA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Santa Maria, Nicholson Avenue / Cypress Street is 1 km from Santa Maria city centre. Public transport options include:
Santa Maria, Nicholson Avenue / Cypress Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Santa Maria, Nicholson Avenue / Cypress Street. ATMs are available at Santa Maria, Nicholson Avenue / Cypress Street.
Ticket office support is available at Santa Maria, Nicholson Avenue / Cypress Street.
Available at Santa Maria, Nicholson Avenue / Cypress Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Santa Maria, Nicholson Avenue / Cypress Street: Accessible for passengers with mobility challenges.
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