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How to Travel from

Santa Maria Airport to San Francisco Airport

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Transport providers

Airlines

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to Norman
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$62.51–$229.62

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.33–$420.98
Plane from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$229.62–$472.00

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Website:
alaskaair.com/
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to Norman
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.43–$395.46

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Oakland
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.33–$472.00
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to Norman
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$121.19–$255.14

Train operators

Caltrain

Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound to Millbrae
Ave. Duration:
56 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.93–$11.48
Train from Santa Clara Caltrain Northbound to Millbrae
Ave. Duration:
49 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.29–$10.84

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Santa Barbara to San
Ave. Duration:
7h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$42.10–$153.08
Train from Guadalupe Amtrak Station to Santa
Ave. Duration:
1h 59m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$14.03–$89.30
Bus from San Luis Obispo to San
Ave. Duration:
5h 15m
Frequency:
4 times a day

BART

Phone:
+1-510-464-6000
Website:
bart.gov
Train from Coliseum to Montgomery
Ave. Duration:
22 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.44–$4.72
Train from Montgomery Street to San
Ave. Duration:
32 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$9.57–$12.12

Bus operators

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to Oakland
Ave. Duration:
7h 5m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$34.44–$114.81

San Luis Obispo RTA

Website:
slorta.org
Bus from Santa Maria Transit Center to Government
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$3.06–$4.08

Central Coast Shuttle

Phone:
+1 800-470-8818
Website:
centralcoastshuttle.com
Bus from Santa Maria Airport, CA to Santa
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$70.16–$89.30
Bus from Santa Maria Airport, CA to Los
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$95.68–$121.19

Santa Barbara MTD

Phone:
+1 805-963-3366
Website:
sbmtd.gov
Bus from Bath & Mission to State
Ave. Duration:
25 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$0.57–$2.04

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Maria Airport (SMX) to San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Maria Airport (SMX) to San Francisco Airport (SFO) is to drive which costs $45.65 - $70.65 and takes 4h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Maria Airport (SMX) to San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

The fastest way to get from Santa Maria Airport (SMX) to San Francisco Airport (SFO) is to drive which takes 4h 23m and costs $45.65 - $70.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Santa Maria Airport (SMX) and San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Maria Airport (SMX) to San Francisco Airport (SFO). However, there are services departing from Santa Maria Public Airport and arriving at SFO Airport Terminal A-Lower Level via Santa Maria Transit Center, Downtown Transit Center, San Luis Obispo and Mission St & 1st St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 6m.

How far is it from Santa Maria Airport (SMX) to San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

The distance between Santa Maria Airport (SMX) and San Francisco Airport (SFO) is 553 km. The road distance is 412.1 km.

How do I travel from Santa Maria Airport (SMX) to San Francisco Airport (SFO) without a car?

The best way to get from Santa Maria Airport (SMX) to San Francisco Airport (SFO) without a car is to bus via Santa Barbara which takes 10h 2m and costs $108.70 - $195.65 .

How long does it take to get from Santa Maria Airport (SMX) to San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

It takes approximately 5h 1m to get from Santa Maria Airport (SMX) to San Francisco Airport (SFO), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Maria Airport (SMX) to San Francisco Airport (SFO) bus from?

Santa Maria Airport (SMX) to San Francisco Airport (SFO) bus services, operated by San Luis Obispo RTA, depart from Santa Maria Transit Center station.

Train or bus from Santa Maria Airport (SMX) to San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

The best way to get from Santa Maria Airport (SMX) to San Francisco Airport (SFO) is to bus via Santa Barbara which takes 10h 2m and costs $108.70 - $195.65 . Alternatively, you can train and Caltrain, which costs $59.78 - $228.26 and takes 14h 34m.

Where does the Santa Maria Airport (SMX) to San Francisco Airport (SFO) bus arrive?

Santa Maria Airport (SMX) to San Francisco Airport (SFO) bus services, operated by San Luis Obispo RTA, arrive at Government Center station.

Can I drive from Santa Maria Airport (SMX) to San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Maria Airport (SMX) to San Francisco Airport (SFO) is 412 km. It takes approximately 4h 23m to drive from Santa Maria Airport (SMX) to San Francisco Airport (SFO).

Where can I stay near San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

There are 787+ hotels available in San Francisco Airport (SFO). Prices start at $54.04 per night.
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