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Bus Santa Maria to Santa Barbara: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$36
Average bus trip duration1h 15m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure17:05
Distance56 miles
Latest bus departure20:05

Santa Maria to Santa Barbara buses

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Santa Maria - Santa Barbara

  1. How much is coach from Santa Maria to Santa Barbara?

    The price for a coach ticket from Santa Maria to Santa Barbara starts at US$25, though the average is US$36. The actual price may differ based on factors like the time you plan to travel, the day of the week, and the coach service provider you select. To get accurate and up-to-date pricing information, check out all your options on our search tool.

  2. How long does the coach from Santa Maria to Santa Barbara take?

    The average duration for a trip from Santa Maria to Santa Barbara by coach is around 1h 15m. The fastest coach journey typically takes 1h 10m. Please be aware that the time it takes for your journey may vary depending on the traffic conditions along the route.

  3. At what time does the first coach from Santa Maria to Santa Barbara leave?

    The first departure to Santa Barbara is at 17:05. Keep in mind that departure times might change on weekends and holidays.

  4. What's the distance between Santa Maria and Santa Barbara by coach?

    The distance between Santa Maria and Santa Barbara by coach is approximately 56 miles (89 km).

  5. How can I get from Santa Maria to Santa Barbara without driving?

    You can travel to Santa Barbara from Santa Maria by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

  6. Can you go on a day trip from Santa Maria to Santa Barbara?

    Yes, you can go on a day trip from Santa Maria to Santa Barbara. It takes about 2h 20m in total to complete a round-trip between the two locations. That gives you plenty of time to visit Santa Barbara before making your way back to Santa Maria in the evening.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Santa Maria to Santa Barbara but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Santa Maria to Santa Barbara, get comfy and count the stars.

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 Santa Maria to Santa Barbara.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Santa Maria to Santa Barbara, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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