4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Sacramento, CA to Santa Maria, CA
Cheapest price
$66
Average price
$66
Fastest journey
9 h 37 m
Average duration
9 h 37 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
414 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Sacramento, 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 Sacramento, CA to Santa Maria, CA will cost around $66 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $66.
Of the 1 buses that leave Sacramento, CA for Santa Maria, CA on Tue, Jun 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 23 the direct buses cover the 414 km distance in an average of 9 h 37 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 37 m .
On Tue, Jun 23 the slowest buses will take 9 h 37 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.
2:03 AM9h37Sacramento, CA11:40 AMSanta Maria, CA$661One-way0 transfers
- 2:03 AM9h37Sacramento, CA11:40 AMSanta Maria, CA$661One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Sacramento, CA to Santa Maria, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sacramento, CA to Santa Maria, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $65. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $65, and a train costs an average of $98.
Distance: 257 miles (414 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$66 Average price Cheapest | $100 Average price | $63 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 7m Average total duration 10h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 40m Average total duration Fastest 7h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Sacramento, CA to Santa Maria, CA:
A bus is $34 (€28) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Sacramento, CA to Santa Maria, CA costing on average $100 (€82).
Other travel options to Santa Maria, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 10h 37m.
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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.
Sacramento, CA to Santa Maria, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 12:03AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 11h37 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 02:03AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 9h37 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 03:03AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 9h37 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 09:53AM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 10h07 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $153 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 02:05PM | Arrival Time 04:40AM | Duration 14h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $143 |
Operator Sacramento Regional Transit | Departure Time 07:43PM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 15h32 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $132 |
Live departures
Sacramento, CA to Santa Maria, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sacramento, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 733 Capitol Corridor · 6287 AMTRAK | 9:53 AM Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 10h07 | 8:00 PM Santa Maria, CA | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, June 22 | |||||
| 2:03 AM Sacramento, CA | 9h37 | 11:40 AM Santa Maria, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Sacramento, CA to Santa Maria, CA
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Buses from Sacramento, CA to Santa Maria, CA run on average 6 times per day, taking around 10h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $65 (€53) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 06:26, the last at 23:35. The fastest bus covers the 257 miles (414 km) distance in 9h 37m.
Distance 257 miles (414 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $65 (€53) |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 9h 37m |
First bus 6:26 AM |
Last bus 11:35 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 6 days |
Bus providers: Sacramento Regional Transit from Sacramento, CA to Santa Maria, CAYou can travel by bus between Sacramento, CA to Santa Maria, CA with Sacramento Regional Transit for as low as $65 (€53). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Sacramento, CA to Santa Maria, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sacramento, 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.
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Popular bus stations from Sacramento, CA to Santa Maria, CA
Most Sacramento, CA to Santa Maria, CA buses use the Sacramento, Bus Terminal to Santa Maria, Nicholson Avenue / Cypress Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Sacramento, 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 Sacramento, Bus Terminal from Sacramento city centre
Getting to Santa Maria, Nicholson Avenue / Cypress Street from Santa Maria city centre
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