Sacramento, CA to Santa Barbara, CA bus

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How far in advance should I book bus tickets from Sacramento, CA to Santa Barbara, CA?

The best time to book your bus from Sacramento, CA to Santa Barbara, CA is 35 days before departure. See how prices for buses change on the Sacramento, CA to Santa Barbara, CA route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Sacramento, CA to Santa Barbara, CA per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your bus from Sacramento, CA to Santa Barbara, CA.

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Overview: Bus from Sacramento, CA to Santa Barbara, CA

Distance	303 miles (489 km)
Average bus duration	10 h 20 min
Average bus ticket price	$60 (€51)
Bus frequency	1 a day
Direct bus	No
Bus providers	FlixBus

Buses from Sacramento, CA to Santa Barbara, CA cover the 303 miles (489 km) long journey taking on average 10 h 20 min with our travel partners like FlixBus. Normally, there is 1 bus operating per day. You can get the cheapest bus tickets for this trip for as low as $37 (€31), but the average price of bus tickets is $60 (€51).

Bus providers: Amtrak and FlixBus from Sacramento, CA to Santa Barbara, CA

Find the best buses from Sacramento, CA to Santa Barbara, CA with Omio's travel partners Amtrak and FlixBus from $47 (€40). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best route.

FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost bus companies in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travelers in both continents the option to take a long-distance bus at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on bag and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long bus journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.

FlixBus from Sacramento, CA to Santa Barbara, CA bus information:

Average Duration: 10 h 20 min
Cheapest Price: $47
FlixBus frequency: 1 a day

Amtrak is the main bus company in the United States operating medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 US states as well as in 3 Canadian provinces. There are over 300 Amtrak buses running daily. With Amtrak you can travel by bus across the country and explore destinations near and far with routes such as the Northeast Regional connecting cities in the East Coast, the Coast Starlight connecting destinations up and down the West Coast, the Empire Builder connecting Chicago and Midwestern cities to the Northwest, and many more. Amtrak offers different class options suiting any budget, from Coach Class to Business Class, First Class, and the Sleeper Class, where you can book a Roomette, Bedroom, and Bedroom suite among others for night travel. There are several different ticket types including Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium for you to book for your next bus journey from Sacramento, CA to Santa Barbara, CA.

Bus information from Sacramento, CA to Santa Barbara, CA with Amtrak:

Average Duration: 9 h 25 min
Cheapest Price: $70
Amtrak frequency: 3 a day

FAQs: Bus from Sacramento, CA to Santa Barbara, CA

FAQs: Take the bus from Sacramento, CA 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 Sacramento, CA to Santa Barbara, CA.

Cheap bus tickets from Sacramento, CA to Santa Barbara, CA can start from as little as $37 (€31) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Sacramento, CA to Santa Barbara, CA is $60 (€51); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by bus from Sacramento, CA to Santa Barbara, CA is 10 h 20 min to travel the 303 mile (489 km) long trip, with around there is 1 bus per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first bus from Sacramento, CA to Santa Barbara, CA leaves at 5: 40 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last bus from Sacramento, CA to Santa Barbara, CA leaves at 3: 00 PM.

There is 1 bus a day from Sacramento, CA to Santa Barbara, CA which require at least one change with FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.

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

The cheapest month for a bus from Sacramento, CA to Santa Barbara, CA is July.

You have options as you can travel from Sacramento, CA to Santa Barbara, CA 2 different ways: train or bus.