What is the travel distance from Modesto to Santa Maria?

Modesto and Santa Maria are 189 miles (304 km) apart.

Bus Modesto to Santa Maria from $82 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Modesto to Santa Maria on October 2
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound + FlixBus	12:10am	Modesto Bus Station	15h	3:10pm	Nicholson Ave	No tags
	12:25am	Modesto	16h 20m	4:45pm	Nicholson Ave	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	6:15am	Modesto Bus Station	10h 30m	4:45pm	Nicholson Ave	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	12:10am	Modesto Bus Station	15h	3:10pm	Nicholson Ave	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	12:10am	Modesto Bus Station	15h	3:10pm	Nicholson Ave	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Modesto to Santa Maria.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$82 - $82	Average Duration14h 45m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$78 - $78	Average Duration7h 19m	CO₂ emissions 28kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastest

Busbud recommends taking the train from Modesto to Santa Maria

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Santa Maria. The journey takes about 7 hours 19 minutes and with fares starting at just $78, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

7h 19mAverage Duration

$78Cheapest ticket

28kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Modesto to Santa Maria, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$82

Average bus trip duration14h 45m

Number of daily buses1

Earliest bus departure12:10am

Distance188 miles (303 km)

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Greyhound

3.5/587,290 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

FlixBus

3.5/510,758 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Tufesa, Valley Transit, Senda Diamante

Modesto to Santa Maria Bus

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About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Modesto and Santa Maria!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Modesto to Santa Maria.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Modesto to Santa Maria.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Modesto to Santa Maria while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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