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Trip to Santa Maria (Santa Barbara County)

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Avg. duration6h
Distance392
Avg. price$
Bus trips4 found

Buses from Bakersfield to Santa Maria (Santa Barbara County)

🚌 While there is no direct bus from Bakersfield to Santa Maria, travelers can still reach their destination by transferring through Santa Barbara. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5 hours and 50 minutes. 🛤️ Route 1 covers a distance of 182 miles and involves a transfer in Santa Barbara. Passengers will take a bus towards Santa Barbara operated by Alvand Transportation, followed by another bus towards Oakland operated by Amtrak. The entire journey is estimated to take about 7 hours and 30 minutes. 🛣️ Route 2 covers a longer distance of 248 miles and requires a transfer in Union Station. Passengers will take a bus towards San Diego operated by Amtrak, followed by a bus towards San Jose operated by AmericanStar. The total travel time for this route is approximately 9 hours and 11 minutes.

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  • No, there is no direct bus service between Bakersfield and Santa Maria. Travelers can take a bus from Bakersfield to Santa Maria, with a transfer in Santa Barbara. The journey, including transfers, typically takes around 5 hours and 50 minutes. It's recommended to check the schedule and plan ahead to ensure a smooth travel experience.
  • To catch the bus from Bakersfield to Santa Maria travelers should head to the Bakersfield station. The bus services for this route are operated by Amtrak, and depart from this station. It's advisable to arrive at the station ahead of the scheduled departure time to ensure a smooth boarding process.
  • The bus from Bakersfield to Santa Maria operated by Amtrak, arrives at the Santa Maria Amtrak Bus Stop station. This is the designated arrival point for travelers on this route. Passengers should disembark at this station upon reaching Santa Maria. It's recommended to double-check the station's location and any transfer information ahead of time for a seamless arrival experience.
  • There are two main routes by bus from Bakersfield to Santa Maria. The first route takes approximately 7 hours and 30 minutes, with a transfer in Santa Barbara, operated by Alvand Transportation and Amtrak Chartered Vehicle. The second route has a longer duration of 9 hours and 11 minutes, with transfers in Union Station and San Jose, serviced by Amtrak Chartered Vehicle and AmericanStar. Both routes require careful planning due to the transfers involved and varying durations. It's advisable to check the schedules and details provided by the respective bus agencies for a smooth journey.
  • Buses from Bakersfield to Santa Maria are typically less crowded during off-peak times such as mid-week mornings and afternoons. The most crowded times are usually during weekends, holidays, and peak travel seasons. It's advisable to book tickets in advance, arrive early at the station, and consider traveling during non-peak hours to avoid potential crowds and ensure a more comfortable journey.
  • The first bus of the day from Bakersfield to Santa Maria typically departs in the early morning, around 6:00 AM. The last bus usually leaves in the evening, around 6:00 PM. It's advisable to check the schedule closer to your travel date to confirm the exact departure times of the first and last buses for the day.

Will you be returning to Bakersfield by bus?

If you are on a return bus ride, check the buses from Santa Maria (Santa Barbara County) to Bakersfield.

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Trips to Santa Maria (Santa Barbara County)