Bus Santa Maria to Bakersfield: Trip Overview
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Santa Maria (CA), US - Bakersfield
How long is the trip from Santa Maria to Bakersfield by bus?
The bus ride from Santa Maria to Bakersfield takes 8h 50m, on average. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Bakersfield in about 7h 35m.
What is the travel distance from Santa Maria to Bakersfield?
The distance between Santa Maria and Bakersfield is approximately 136 km (84 miles).
What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Maria to Bakersfield?
The least expensive option to go from Santa Maria to Bakersfield would be going by bus. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$64, making this your best choice for this trip.
How much does the bus ticket cost from Santa Maria to Bakersfield?
The bus from Santa Maria to Bakersfield will cost you US$66, on average.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Santa Maria to Bakersfield was searched and found on Jun 11, 2025 with a price of US$62To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Santa Maria to Bakersfield, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$62 to US$122 for a bus ticket from Santa Maria to Bakersfield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$62 which is on 2025-06-11.
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Bus Travel Tips
Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Santa Maria to Bakersfield.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.
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 Santa Maria to Bakersfield.
Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Santa Maria to Bakersfield will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.
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