Find coaches from Oakland to Santa Maria, US

Compare 2 ways to travel from Oakland to Santa Maria

Bus
Average priceUS$33 - US$83Average duration6h 45m
9kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$86 - US$119Average duration7h 20m
32kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Oakland to Santa Maria

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Santa Maria. The journey takes about 6 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just US$33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
6h 45mAverage duration
US$33Cheapest ticket
9kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Oakland to Santa Maria, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$54
Average bus trip duration6h 45m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure09:40
Distance223 miles
Latest bus departure11:35

Oakland to Santa Maria Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Oakland - Santa Maria, US

  1. How far is Santa Maria from Oakland by coach?

    The journey from Oakland to Santa Maria by coach covers an approximate distance of 223 miles (359 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Santa Maria from Oakland without a car?

    You can reach Santa Maria from Oakland by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Oakland to Santa Maria, US was searched and found on 1 Sept 2025 with a price of US$70

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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!

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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

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

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