Chicago, IL to Santa Barbara, CA bus with Greyhound

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Chicago, IL to Santa Barbara, CA

Buses from Chicago, IL to Santa Barbara, CA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2d 56h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $213 (€192) but you can travel from only $204 (€184) by flight.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Flight from $204 (€184)

Distance

1803 miles (2903 km)

Average bus duration

2d 56h 50m

Cheapest ticket price

$213 (€192)

Buses per day

Bus providers

Fastest bus

2d 56h 45m

First bus

06:00

Last bus

22:35

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Flight from $204 (€184)

FAQs: Bus from Chicago, IL to Santa Barbara, CA

FAQs: Take the bus from Chicago, IL to Santa Barbara, CA with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Chicago, IL to Santa Barbara, CA.

Cheap bus tickets from Chicago, IL to Santa Barbara, CA can start from as little as $214 (€192) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Chicago, IL to Santa Barbara, CA is $220 (€198); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Chicago, IL to Santa Barbara, CA bus travel time is 56 h 45 min for the 1800 mile (2903 km) long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first bus from Chicago, IL to Santa Barbara, CA leaves at 6: 00AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last bus from Chicago, IL to Santa Barbara, CA leaves at 10: 35PM.

There are 3 buses a day from Chicago, IL to Santa Barbara, CA which require at least one change with Greyhound. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.

When taking a bus from Chicago, IL to Santa Barbara, CA, you can count on Greyhound for the best way to get you to Santa Barbara, CA. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service to Santa Barbara, CA from Chicago, IL and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.

The cheapest month to travel from Chicago, IL to Santa Barbara, CA by bus is February.

You have options as you can travel to Santa Barbara, CA from Chicago, IL 3 different ways: bus, train or flight.