CA → CA · about 138 miles
Salinas to Santa Maria bus schedule
American Star Tours runs 7 direct buses a week from Salinas to Santa Maria. The fastest takes 3 hours 50 minutes; the first bus leaves at 7:15 PM and the last at 7:40 PM.
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- Buses a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 3h 50m
- First bus
- 7:15 PM
- Last bus
- 7:40 PM
Timetable
Every bus leaves from Salinas and arrives at Santa Maria (IHOP). Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Days | Bus company |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:15 PM | 11:05 PM | 3h 50m | Sat & Sun | American Star Tours Full timetable |
| 7:40 PM | 11:30 PM | 3h 50m | Mon–Fri | American Star Tours Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Salinas Where you get off in Santa Maria The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the bus in Salinas
- Salinas bus stop Map of Salinas bus stop (Google Maps)
Where the bus stops in Santa Maria
- Santa Maria (IHOP) Map of Santa Maria (IHOP) (Google Maps)
Return trip: Santa Maria to Salinas
Questions
How long is the bus from Salinas to Santa Maria?
The fastest direct bus takes 3 hours 50 minutes.
What time is the first bus from Salinas to Santa Maria?
The earliest departure is at 7:15 PM (Sat & Sun) and the last at 7:40 PM (Mon–Fri).
Which bus companies go from Salinas to Santa Maria?
American Star Tours runs direct buses on this route.
Where do I catch the bus in Salinas?
Buses to Santa Maria leave from Salinas bus stop.