What is the travel distance from Seattle to Santa Maria?

The distance covered from Seattle to Santa Maria is 1419 km (880 miles).

Bus Seattle to Santa Maria from US$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 PriceUS$159 - US$162	Average Duration1d 2h	CO₂ emissions 36kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average PriceUS$188 - US$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 a good way to reach Santa Maria. The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$159, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

1d 2hAverage Duration

US$159Cheapest ticket

36kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Seattle to Santa Maria, US: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$161

Average Bus Trip Duration1d 2h

Number of daily buses1

Earliest bus departure1:40pm

Distance1421 km

Latest bus departure2:45pm

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FlixBus

3.5/510,299 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Based on 10299 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at US$159

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Valley Transit, Tufesa, Wanda Coach

Seattle to Santa Maria Bus

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

What is the travel distance from Seattle to Santa Maria?
The distance covered from Seattle to Santa Maria is 1419 km (880 miles).

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 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 PriceUS$161	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel time1d 7h	Avg PriceUS$188	Daily Departures2

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Bus from Santa Maria, US to Seattle

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