Find coaches from Santa Barbara to Santa Maria, US

Next bus departures

Next departures from Santa Barbara to Santa Maria on 15 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Santa Barbara (University of California), CA
Nicholson AveCheapest
AmtrakBus
UC Santa Barbara
Nicholson AveFastest
AmtrakBus
Train Station
Nicholson AveNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 12:52 PM PST.

Get from Santa Barbara to Santa Maria

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 hour 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 310, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
1h 15mAverage duration
90 kmDistance
2kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Santa Barbara to Santa Maria, US by bus

  1. How much does a bus ticket from Santa Barbara to Santa Maria cost?

    The bus ticket price from Santa Barbara to Santa Maria starts at R 310. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Santa Barbara to Santa Maria is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the bus ride from Santa Barbara to Santa Maria?

    The average travel time between Santa Barbara and Santa Maria is around 1h 15m, although the fastest bus will take about 1h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 89 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily bus connections are there between Santa Barbara and Santa Maria?

    The number of buses from Santa Barbara to Santa Maria can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Santa Barbara to Santa Maria by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from Santa Barbara to Santa Maria?

    When taking the bus from Santa Barbara to Santa Maria, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak, FlixBus.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to Santa Maria, US was searched and found on 15 Nov 2025 with a price of R 245

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Santa Barbara to Santa Maria, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 245 to R 578 for a bus ticket from Santa Barbara to Santa Maria, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 245, which is on 2025-11-15.

Usually Amtrak will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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