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

Showing times and prices for Oct 15

Cheapest

$37

Average

$37

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

10:10PM9h15

Santa Barbara, CA

07:25AMSan Diego, CA

$371One-way

0 transfers

Santa Barbara, CA to San Diego, CA bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, October 15

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers	Tickets
FlixBus	10:10PM Santa Barbara, CA	9h15	07:25AM San Diego, CA	0 transfersDirect
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How far in advance should I book bus tickets from Santa Barbara, CA to San Diego, CA?

The best time to book your bus from Santa Barbara, CA to San Diego, CA is 14 days before departure. See how prices for buses change on the Santa Barbara, CA to San Diego, CA route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Santa Barbara, CA to San Diego, 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 Santa Barbara, CA to San Diego, CA.

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from $42

Trains

from $53

Flights

from $165

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

Showing times and prices for Oct 15

Fastest Journey

9 h 15 m

Average

9 h 15 m

Buses per day

Distance

302 km

Of the 1 buses that leave Santa Barbara, CA for San Diego, CA every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

10:10PM9h15

Santa Barbara, CA

07:25AMSan Diego, CA

$371One-way

0 transfers

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

Distance	187 miles (302 km)
Average bus duration	5 h 5 min
Average bus ticket price	$47 (€41)
Direct bus	No
Bus companies	FlixBus

Buses from Santa Barbara, CA to San Diego, CA cover the 187 miles (302 km) long journey taking on average 5 h 5 min with our travel partners like FlixBus. While the average ticket price for this trip costs around $47 (€41), you can find the cheapest bus ticket for as low as $26 (€22).

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

Buy your official Amtrak and FlixBus bus tickets from Santa Barbara, CA to San Diego, CA from $26 (€23) with Omio. Find bus times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most convenient journey.

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 Santa Barbara, CA to San Diego, CA.

Santa Barbara, CA to San Diego, CA bus information with Amtrak:

Average Duration: 6 h 1 min
Cheapest Price: $50

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.

Santa Barbara, CA to San Diego, CA bus information with FlixBus:

Average Duration: 5 h 40 min
Cheapest Price: $26

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

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

Cheap bus tickets from Santa Barbara, CA to San Diego, CA can start from as little as $26 (€22) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Santa Barbara, CA to San Diego, CA is $47 (€41); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The bus time between Santa Barbara, CA and San Diego, CA is on average 5 h 5 min for the 187 mile (302 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go to San Diego, CA from Santa Barbara, CA by bus can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first bus from Santa Barbara, CA to San Diego, CA leaves at 5: 50 PM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last bus from Santa Barbara, CA to San Diego, CA leaves at 10: 55 PM.

For the trip from Santa Barbara, CA to San Diego, CA you can take a bus with FlixBus. Be sure to check out all possible bus companies that offer services between Santa Barbara, CA and San Diego, CA on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

The cheapest month to travel from Santa Barbara, CA to San Diego, CA by bus is December.

You have options as you can travel between Santa Barbara, CA and San Diego, CA 3 different ways: train, bus or flight.