How far is Santa Maria from Santa Clara?

The distance separating Santa Maria and Santa Clara is 187 miles (301 km).

Bus Santa Maria to Santa Clara from $69 | Refundable Tickets

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One passenger / one way

Departure time: July 2 at 8:30pm
Departure city: Santa Maria
Departure location: Nicholson Ave
Arrival time: July 3 at 3:30am
Destination city: Santa Clara
Destination location: Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: BusDuration: 7h

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Bus Santa Maria, US to Santa Clara, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$69

Average bus trip duration7h

Number of daily buses1

Earliest bus departure8:05pm

Distance168 miles (270 km)

Latest bus departure8:30pm

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Amtrak

4/55,429 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5429 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $69

Amtrak Santa Maria Santa Clara recent customer reviews

I got 2 emails 1 for santa clara the other for santa ana. Refund plz

Eric M.

June 20, 2025

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Did you know?

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

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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.

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