The cheapest and fastest buses from Santa Clarita, CA to Tacoma, WA
Cheapest price
$240
Average price
$240
Fastest journey
1 d 2 h 15 m
Average duration
1 d 2 h 15 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
1467 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Santa Clarita, CA to Tacoma, WA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santa Clarita, CA to Tacoma, WA will cost around $240 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $240.
It's difficult to get from Santa Clarita, CA to Tacoma, WA without transferring at least 2 times.
9:55 AM26h15Santa Clarita, CA12:10 PMTacoma, WA$2401One-way2 transfers
9:55 AM26h15Santa Clarita, CA12:10 PMTacoma, WA$2401One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Santa Clarita, CA to Tacoma, WA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Santa Clarita, CA to Tacoma, WA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $240. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 26h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $240, and a train costs an average of $512.
Distance: 911 miles (1467 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$240 Average price Cheapest | $512 Average price | $217 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
26h 45m Average total duration Fastest 26h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 34h 57m Average total duration 34h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Santa Clarita, CA to Tacoma, WA:
A bus is $273 (€223) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Santa Clarita, CA to Tacoma, WA costing on average $512 (€419).
Other travel options to Tacoma, WA take longer:
Train takes on average 34h 27m.
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Santa Clarita, CA to Tacoma, WA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 26h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $240 |
Live departures
Santa Clarita, CA to Tacoma, WA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Santa Clarita, CA to Tacoma, WA buses for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:55 AM Santa Clarita, CA | 26h15 | 12:10 PM Tacoma, WA | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Santa Clarita, CA to Tacoma, WA
Buses from Santa Clarita, CA to Tacoma, WA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 26h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $240 (€196) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 10:43, the last at 17:45. The fastest bus covers the 911 miles (1467 km) distance in 26h 15m.
Distance 911 miles (1467 km) |
Average bus duration 26h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $240 (€196) |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 26h 15m |
First bus 10:43 AM |
Last bus 5:45 PM |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
FAQs: Bus from Santa Clarita, CA to Tacoma, WA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Clarita, CA to Tacoma, WA 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 Tacoma, WA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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