San Diego, CA to Santa Barbara, CA bus

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Cheap bus tickets from San Diego, CA to Santa Barbara, CA

Showing times and prices for Oct 05

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Diego, CA to Santa Barbara, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest
Greyhound
07:25AM6h25
San Diego, CA
01:50PMSanta Barbara, CA
$441One-way
1 transfer
2nd Cheapest
FlixBus
06:50AM4h35
San Diego, CA
11:25AMSanta Barbara, CA
$461One-way
0 transfers
2nd Cheapest
FlixBus
06:25AM5h00
San Diego, CA
11:25AMSanta Barbara, CA
$461One-way
0 transfers
Greyhound
06:40AM7h10
San Diego, CA
01:50PMSanta Barbara, CA
$471One-way
1 transfer
FlixBus
04:55AM6h30
San Diego, CA
11:25AMSanta Barbara, CA
$481One-way
1 transfer

San Diego, CA to Santa Barbara, CA bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Saturday, October 5
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
FlixBus04:55AM San Diego, CA6h30 11:25AM Santa Barbara, CA1 transfer
FlixBus06:25AM San Diego, CA5h00 11:25AM Santa Barbara, CA0 transfersDirect
Greyhound06:40AM San Diego, CA7h10 01:50PM Santa Barbara, CA1 transfer
FlixBus06:50AM San Diego, CA4h35 11:25AM Santa Barbara, CA0 transfersDirect
Greyhound07:25AM San Diego, CA6h25 01:50PM Santa Barbara, CA1 transfer

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Bus times from San Diego, CA to Santa Barbara, CA

Showing times and prices for Oct 05

Fastest Journey

4 h 35 m

Average

5 h 56 m

Buses per day

5

Distance

302 km

Of the 5 buses that leave San Diego, CA for Santa Barbara, CA every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest
FlixBus
06:50AM4h35
San Diego, CA
11:25AMSanta Barbara, CA
$461One-way
0 transfers
2nd Fastest
FlixBus
06:25AM5h00
San Diego, CA
11:25AMSanta Barbara, CA
$461One-way
0 transfers
Greyhound
07:25AM6h25
San Diego, CA
01:50PMSanta Barbara, CA
$441One-way
1 transfer
FlixBus
04:55AM6h30
San Diego, CA
11:25AMSanta Barbara, CA
$481One-way
1 transfer
Greyhound
06:40AM7h10
San Diego, CA
01:50PMSanta Barbara, CA
$471One-way
1 transfer

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Overview: Bus from San Diego, CA to Santa Barbara, CA

distanceDistance187 miles (302 km)
durationAverage bus duration4 h 35 min
priceAverage bus ticket price$40 (€34)
changesDirect busYes
carriersBus providersFlixBus or Greyhound

Buses from San Diego, CA to Santa Barbara, CA cover the 187 miles (302 km) long trip taking on average 4 h 35 min with our travel partners like FlixBus or Greyhound. There are direct bus services available. While the average ticket price for this journey costs around $40 (€34), you can find the cheapest bus ticket for as low as $23 (€20).

Bus providers: Amtrak, Greyhound and FlixBus from San Diego, CA to Santa Barbara, CA

Travel to Santa Barbara, CA from San Diego, CA from $21 (€18) with Omio’s bus partners Amtrak, Greyhound and FlixBus! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most convenient route for you.

Amtrak is a passenger train service based in the United States. It operates more than 300 trains daily including trains between San Diego, CA and Santa Barbara, CA, connecting more than 500 destinations in 46 states and three Canadian provinces. Amtrak offers a variety of train types, including the Acela Express, Northeast Regional, Keystone Service, and the Auto Train. The Acela Express is the fastest train, reaching speeds of up to 150 mph. The Northeast Regional is the most popular, offering frequent service between major cities in the Northeast. The Keystone Service is a regional service connecting Philadelphia and Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The Auto Train is a unique service that allows passengers to transport their cars along with them. Amtrak offers a variety of ticket types, including Saver, Value, Flexible, and Business Class. Saver tickets are the most affordable, while Business Class tickets offer the most amenities, such as complimentary meals and access to the Amtrak Metropolitan Lounge. Onboard facilities vary by train type, but all Amtrak trains offer comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, and power outlets. The most popular routes for Amtrak include the Northeast Corridor, which runs between Washington, D. C. And Boston, and the Pacific Surfliner, which runs between San Diego and San Luis Obispo, California. Other popular routes include the Capitol Corridor, which runs between San Jose and Sacramento, California, and the Empire Builder, which runs between Chicago and Seattle.

Bus information from San Diego, CA to Santa Barbara, CA with Amtrak:

  • Average Duration: 5 h 36 min
  • Cheapest Price: $50
  • Amtrak frequency: 3 a day

FAQs: Bus from San Diego, CA to Santa Barbara, CA

FAQs: Take the bus from San Diego, 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 San Diego, CA to Santa Barbara, CA.
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Cheap bus tickets from San Diego, CA to Santa Barbara, CA can start from as little as $23 (€20) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for San Diego, CA to Santa Barbara, CA is $40 (€34); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the San Diego, CA to Santa Barbara, CA bus travel time is 4 h 35 min   for the 187 mile (302 km) long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from San Diego, CA to Santa Barbara, CA leaves at 11: 55 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last bus from San Diego, CA to Santa Barbara, CA leaves at 7: 05 PM.
For the best San Diego, CA to Santa Barbara, CA bus to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with FlixBus or Greyhound. However, it's always good to check all possible bus companies with services to Santa Barbara, CA from San Diego, CA to compare what amenities they may offer.
A trip to Santa Barbara, CA from San Diego, CA is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 35 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from San Diego, CA to Santa Barbara, CA by bus is December.
You have options as you can travel from San Diego, CA to Santa Barbara, CA 3 different ways: train, bus or flight.

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