The cheapest and fastest buses from Tijuana to Santa Maria, CA
Cheapest price
$75
Average price
$75
Fastest journey
10 h 35 m
Average duration
10 h 35 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
418 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Tijuana 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 Tijuana to Santa Maria, CA will cost around $75 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $75.
Of the 1 buses that leave Tijuana for Santa Maria, CA on Thu, Nov 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct buses cover the 418 km distance in an average of 10 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 35 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest buses will take 10 h 35 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.


Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Tijuana to Santa Maria, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Tijuana to Santa Maria, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €29, and a train costs an average of €52.
Distance: 259 miles (418 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€52 Average price Cheapest | €64 Average price |
11h 20m Average total duration 10h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 14m Average total duration Fastest 7h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Tijuana to Santa Maria, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Tijuana to Santa Maria, CA buses for tomorrow, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:20 AM Tijuana | 10h35 | 9:55 PM Santa Maria, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Tijuana to Santa Maria, CA
Buses from Tijuana to Santa Maria, CA run on average 6 times per day, taking around 10h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $35 (€29) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 04:20, the last at 21:25. The fastest bus covers the 259 miles (418 km) distance in 10h 35m.
Distance 259 miles (418 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€29) |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 10h 35m |
First bus 04:20 |
Last bus 21:25 |
Bus providers: Greyhound from Tijuana to Santa Maria, CAYou can travel by bus between Tijuana to Santa Maria, CA with Greyhound for as low as $35 (€29). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Tijuana to Santa Maria, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tijuana 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.

- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
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- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
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