Santa Maria, CA to Isla Vista, CA bus

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Overview: Bus from Santa Maria, CA to Isla Vista, CA

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Take a bus from Santa Maria, CA to Isla Vista, CA and enjoy the approximately 49 miles (80 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.

The earliest bus runs at 06:39, the last at 17:25.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Distance
49 miles (80 km)
First bus
6:39 AM
Last bus
5:25 PM
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Fri
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

FAQs: Bus from Santa Maria, CA to Isla Vista, CA

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Maria, CA to Isla Vista, 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 Isla Vista, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Popular bus stations from Santa Maria, CA to Isla Vista, CA

Most Santa Maria, CA to Isla Vista, CA buses use the Santa Maria, Nicholson Avenue / Cypress Street to Isla Vista, UC Santa Barbara (Bus Loop) station pair. Use this guide to compare Santa Maria, CA and Isla Vista, CA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Santa Maria
Arrival bus stations in Isla Vista

Which Santa Maria, CA station do buses to Isla Vista, CA leave from?

Buses from Santa Maria, CA to Isla Vista, CA leave from Santa Maria, Nicholson Avenue / Cypress Street. The station is 1 miles (2 km) from Santa Maria, CA city centre at Nicholson Ave, Santa Maria, CA 93454, USA.
Santa Maria, Nicholson Avenue / Cypress StreetNicholson Ave, Santa Maria, CA 93454, USAWifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Santa Maria, Nicholson Avenue / Cypress Street from Santa Maria city centre

Santa Maria, Nicholson Avenue / Cypress Street is 1 km from Santa Maria city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus3 · 9m · $1 · every ~2 min

Santa Maria, Nicholson Avenue / Cypress Street bus station facilities and services

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 and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Santa Maria, Nicholson Avenue / Cypress Street. ATMs are available at Santa Maria, Nicholson Avenue / Cypress Street.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Santa Maria, Nicholson Avenue / Cypress Street.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Santa Maria, Nicholson Avenue / Cypress Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Santa Maria, Nicholson Avenue / Cypress Street: Accessible for passengers with mobility challenges.

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