San Jose, CA to Santa Maria, CA Bus
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San Jose, CA to Santa Maria, CA by bus
The journey from San Jose, CA to Santa Maria, CA by bus is 296.26 km and takes 6 hrs 54 mins. There are 4 connections per day, with the first departure at 6:25 a.m. and the last at 3:20 p.m.. It is possible to travel from San Jose, CA to Santa Maria, CA by bus for as little as $97.94 or as much as $153.33. The best price for this journey is $97.94.
| Lowest Price | $97.94 |
| Journey Duration | 6 hrs 54 mins |
| Connection per Day | Amtrak 4 |
| Lowest Price | Amtrak $97.94 |
| Highest Price | Amtrak $153.33 |
| First Departure | Amtrak 6:25 a.m. |
| Last Departure | Amtrak 3:20 p.m. |
| Distance | Amtrak 296.26 km |
| Departure | Amtrak San Jose, CA |
| Arrival | Amtrak Santa Maria, CA |
| Carriers | Amtrak Amtrak |
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Find the best day to travel to Santa Maria, CA by bus
When travelling to Santa Maria, CA by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!
Services on board Amtrak from San Jose, CA to Santa Maria, CA
Compare services on board when travelling from San Jose, CA to Santa Maria, CA by bus.
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San Jose, CA to Santa Maria, CA CO2 Emissions by Bus
Train
20.74kg
Bus
22.22kg
Flight
59.25kg
Car
47.4kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a bus ticket from San Jose, CA to Santa Maria, CA?
A bus ticket from San Jose, CA to Santa Maria, CA is $113.65. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $97.94.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from San Jose, CA to Santa Maria, CA?
The cheapest ticket you can get from San Jose, CA to Santa Maria, CA is $97.94. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between San Jose, CA and Santa Maria, CA by bus?
San Jose, CA to Santa Maria, CA is 296.26 km.
How long does the bus between San Jose, CA and Santa Maria, CA take?
San Jose, CA to Santa Maria, CA is on average 6 hrs 54 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 5 hrs 5 mins.
How many bus connections per day go from San Jose, CA to Santa Maria, CA?
San Jose, CA to Santa Maria, CA has 4 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from San Jose, CA to Santa Maria, CA leave?
The earliest bus from San Jose, CA to Santa Maria, CA departs at 6:25 a.m.. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from San Jose, CA to Santa Maria, CA depart?
The latest bus from San Jose, CA to Santa Maria, CA departs at 3:20 p.m.. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from San Jose, CA to Santa Maria, CA in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is $97.94 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from San Jose, CA to Santa Maria, CA?
There are on average 1 direct connection(s) from San Jose, CA to go to Santa Maria, CA.
What's the fastest journey time between San Jose, CA to Santa Maria, CA by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between San Jose, CA and Santa Maria, CA is 5 hrs 5 mins.
Is there a direct bus from San Jose, CA to Santa Maria, CA?
Yes, there is a direct bus between San Jose, CA and Santa Maria, CA.
What are the CO2 emissions for San Jose, CA to Santa Maria, CA by bus?
The bus journey from San Jose, CA to Santa Maria, CA creates 22.22kg of CO2 emissions.