What is the travel distance from Seattle to Santa Maria?

About 880 miles (1419 km) separate Seattle and Santa Maria.

Bus Seattle to Santa Maria from $159 | Refundable Tickets

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One passenger / one way

Departure time: September 20 at 1:40pm
Departure city: Seattle
Departure location: University of Washington
Arrival time: September 21 at 4:45pm
Destination city: Santa Maria
Destination location: Nicholson Ave
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 3h
Departure time: September 20 at 2:15pm
Departure city: Seattle
Departure location: Greyhound Station
Arrival time: September 21 at 4:45pm
Destination city: Santa Maria
Destination location: Nicholson Ave
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 2h
Departure time: September 20 at 2:45pm
Departure city: Seattle
Departure location: Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)
Arrival time: September 21 at 4:45pm
Destination city: Santa Maria
Destination location: Nicholson Ave
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 2h
Departure time: January 10 at 1:40pm
Departure city: Seattle
Departure location: University of Washington
Arrival time: January 11 at 4:45pm
Destination city: Santa Maria
Destination location: Nicholson Ave
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 3h
Departure time: January 10 at 2:15pm
Departure city: Seattle
Departure location: Greyhound Station
Arrival time: January 11 at 4:45pm
Destination city: Santa Maria
Destination location: Nicholson Ave
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 2h

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Compare 2 ways to go from Seattle to Santa Maria.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$159 - $162	Average Duration1d 2h	CO₂ emissions 36kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$188 - $220	Average Duration1d 7h	CO₂ emissions 129kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Seattle to Santa Maria

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Santa Maria. The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $159, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

1d 2hAverage Duration

$159Cheapest ticket

36kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Seattle to Santa Maria, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$161

Average bus trip duration1d 2h

Number of daily buses1

Earliest bus departure1:40pm

Distance882 miles (1421 km)

Latest bus departure2:45pm

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FlixBus

3.5/510,292 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, Valley Transit, Tufesa, Wanda Coach

Seattle to Santa Maria Bus

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Santa Maria from Seattle, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions for your trip Seattle - Santa Maria, US

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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 Seattle to Santa Maria but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Seattle to Santa Maria, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

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 Seattle to Santa Maria.

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

Did you know?

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

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

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

What's the cheapest way to go from Seattle to Santa Maria, US?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time1d 2h	Avg Price$161	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time1d 7h	Avg Price$188	Daily Departures2

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Bus from Santa Maria, US to Seattle

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