The cheapest and fastest buses from Santa Barbara, CA to Oxnard, CA
Cheapest price
$17
Average price
$17
Fastest journey
58 m
Average duration
58 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
54 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Santa Barbara, CA to Oxnard, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santa Barbara, CA to Oxnard, CA will cost around $17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
Of the 1 buses that leave Santa Barbara, CA for Oxnard, CA on Mon, Jun 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct buses cover the 54 km distance in an average of 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 58 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest buses will take 58 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
11:55 AM0h58Santa Barbara, CA12:53 PMOxnard, CA$171One-way0 transfers
11:55 AM0h58Santa Barbara, CA12:53 PMOxnard, CA$171One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Santa Barbara, CA to Oxnard, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santa Barbara, CA to Oxnard, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $17, and a train costs an average of $19.
Distance: 33 miles (54 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$17 Average price Cheapest | $19 Average price | $8 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 25m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 36m Average total duration 1h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Santa Barbara, CA to Oxnard, CA:
A bus is $2 (€1) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Santa Barbara, CA to Oxnard, CA costing on average $19 (€15).
Other travel options to Oxnard, CA take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 6m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Santa Barbara, CA to Oxnard, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 12:53PM | Duration 0h58 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $17 |
Live departures
Santa Barbara, CA to Oxnard, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Santa Barbara, CA to Oxnard, CA buses for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:55 AM Santa Barbara, CA | 0h58 | 12:53 PM Oxnard, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Santa Barbara, CA to Oxnard, CA
Buses from Santa Barbara, CA to Oxnard, CA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:50, the last at 21:55. The fastest bus covers the 33 miles (54 km) distance in 58m.
Distance 33 miles (54 km) |
Average bus duration 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€14) |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 58m |
First bus 6:50 AM |
Last bus 9:55 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 4 days |
FAQs: Bus from Santa Barbara, CA to Oxnard, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Barbara, CA to Oxnard, CA by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Oxnard, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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