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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Hayward, CA to Santa Maria, CA
Cheapest price
$100
Average price
$100
Fastest journey
11 h 25 m
Average duration
11 h 25 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
336 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Hayward, 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 Hayward, CA to Santa Maria, CA will cost around $100 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $100.
It's difficult to get from Hayward, CA to Santa Maria, CA without transferring at least once.
11:50 PM11h25Hayward, CA11:15 AMSanta Maria, CA$1001One-way1 transfer
- 11:50 PM11h25Hayward, CA11:15 AMSanta Maria, CA$1001One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus for Hayward, CA to Santa Maria, CA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Hayward, CA to Santa Maria, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $72. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 5h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $72, and a bus costs an average of $72.
Distance: 208 miles (336 km)
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Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$72 Average price Cheapest | $49 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 5m Average total duration Fastest 5h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Hayward, CA to Santa Maria, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 11h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $100 |
Live departures
Hayward, CA to Santa Maria, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Hayward, CA to Santa Maria, CA buses for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 5:45 PM Hayward, CA | 5h35 | 11:20 PM Santa Maria, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Hayward, CA to Santa Maria, CA
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Buses from Hayward, CA to Santa Maria, CA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $72 (€59) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 17:45, the last at 17:45. The fastest bus covers the 208 miles (336 km) distance in 5h 35m.
Distance 208 miles (336 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $72 (€59) |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 5h 35m |
First bus 5:45 PM |
Last bus 5:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Bus providers: Greyhound from Hayward, CA to Santa Maria, CAYou can travel by bus between Hayward, CA to Santa Maria, CA with Greyhound for as low as $72 (€59). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Hayward, CA to Santa Maria, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hayward, CA to Santa Maria, CA by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Santa Maria, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Hayward, CA to Santa Maria, CA
Most Hayward, CA to Santa Maria, CA buses use the Oakland, West Oakland BART Station to Santa Maria, Nicholson Avenue / Cypress Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Hayward, CA and Santa Maria, CA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Santa Maria, Nicholson Avenue / Cypress Street from Santa Maria city centre
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