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Hanford Carnegie Museum
Compact local history museum with exhibits on Hanford, Kings County, and pioneer life, ideal for understanding the area’s past.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$104
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$104
Fastest journey on Sep 20
18 h 30 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
18 h 30 m
Buses on Sep 20
1
Distance
169 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Santa Maria, CA to Hanford, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santa Maria, CA to Hanford, CA will cost around $104 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $104.
It's difficult to get from Santa Maria, CA to Hanford, CA without transferring at least 2 times.


Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Santa Maria, CA to Hanford, CA among Omio's users.
Distance: 105 miles (169 km)
Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$28 Average price (fuel + tolls) | |
2h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) | |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 04:40AM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 18h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $104 |
The table below shows live departures for Santa Maria, CA to Hanford, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:40 AM Santa Maria, CA | 18h30 | 11:10 PM Hanford, CA | 2 transfers | |
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Take a bus from Santa Maria, CA to Hanford, CA and enjoy the approximately 105 miles (169 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest bus runs at 06:47, the last at 23:35.
Distance 105 miles (169 km) |
First bus 6:47 AM |
Last bus 11:35 PM |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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