The cheapest and fastest buses from Santa Maria, CA to San Bernardino, CA
Cheapest price
$93
Average price
$93
Fastest journey
8 h 40 m
Average duration
8 h 40 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
303 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Santa Maria, CA to San Bernardino, 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 San Bernardino, CA will cost around $93 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $93.
Of the 1 buses that leave Santa Maria, CA for San Bernardino, CA on Tue, Mar 24, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Mar 24 the direct buses cover the 303 km distance in an average of 8 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 40 m .
On Tue, Mar 24 the slowest buses will take 8 h 40 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.


Live departures
Santa Maria, CA to San Bernardino, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Santa Maria, CA to San Bernardino, CA buses for tomorrow, Sunday, March 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:25 AM Santa Maria, CA | 8h40 | 10:05 AM San Bernardino, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Santa Maria, CA to San Bernardino, CA
Buses from Santa Maria, CA to San Bernardino, CA run on average 3 times per day, taking around 18h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $101 (€82) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 05:05, the last at 15:25. The fastest bus covers the 188 miles (303 km) distance in 18h 5m.
Distance 188 miles (303 km) |
Average bus duration 18h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $101 (€82) |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 18h 5m |
First bus 05:05 |
Last bus 15:25 |
Cheapest month Oct |
Cheapest day Fri |
High season Oct - Dec |
Low season Jul - Sep |
Bus providers: Santa Maria Area Transit from Santa Maria, CA to San Bernardino, CAYou can travel by bus between Santa Maria, CA to San Bernardino, CA with Santa Maria Area Transit for as low as $101 (€82). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Santa Maria, CA to San Bernardino, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Maria, CA to San Bernardino, 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 San Bernardino, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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