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Fresno to Santa Maria by bus

Santa Maria lies 208 km (129 mi) south of Fresno, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

A coach takes about 3 h 59 min including stops, over roughly 254 km (158 mi) of road.

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FresnoSanta Maria
CountryUnited StatesUnited States
Population542,107105,093
Elevation99 m (325 ft)68 m (223 ft)
Time nowUTC-7 (America/Los_Angeles)UTC-7 (America/Los_Angeles)
Postal codes93650–9388893454–93458

Where to book buses from Fresno to Santa Maria

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Common questions

How far is Santa Maria from Fresno?

208 km (129 mi) in a straight line, south of Fresno; by road roughly 254 km (158 mi).

How long does it take to get from Fresno to Santa Maria by bus?

About 3 h 59 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Fresno and Santa Maria?

No, both are on America/Los_Angeles at the moment.

Where these facts come from

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Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.