Find coaches from Santa Maria, US to Los Angeles, US

Next departures

Next departures from Santa Maria to Los Angeles on 16 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Nicholson Ave
Lankershim/Magnolia - North HollywoodCheapest
FlixBus
Nicholson Ave
Los Angeles Union StationFastest
Amtrak
Nicholson Ave
UCLANo tags
Amtrak
Nicholson Ave
UCLANo tags
Amtrak
Nicholson Ave
Union StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:01 PM PST.

Get from Santa Maria to Los Angeles

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 608, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
3h 50mAverage duration
207 kmDistance
5kgCO₂ emissions

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

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

    The bus ticket price from Santa Maria to Los Angeles starts at R 608. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Santa Maria to Los Angeles 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 Maria to Los Angeles?

    The average travel time between Santa Maria and Los Angeles is around 3h 50m, although the fastest bus will take about 3h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 224 km that separates the two cities.

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

    The number of buses from Santa Maria to Los Angeles can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Santa Maria to Los Angeles by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from Santa Maria to Los Angeles?

    When taking the bus from Santa Maria to Los Angeles, 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.

Best price found
12/11
R 1 034
13/11
No data
Today
R 1 034
15/11
No data
16/11
R 719
17/11
R 447
18/11
No data
19/11
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Santa Maria, US to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on 17 Nov 2025 with a price of R 447

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

You can expect to pay from R 447 to R 1 735 for a bus ticket from Santa Maria, US to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 447, which is on 2025-11-17.

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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