How to travel from Santa Barbara, CA to Las Vegas, NV

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Compare bus and flight for Santa Barbara, CA to Las Vegas, NV

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Santa Barbara, CA to Las Vegas, NV among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $47. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 8h 19m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.5 - 1.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $47, and a bus costs an average of $47.

Distance: 284 miles (458 km)

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Driving

$57

Average price

Cheapest

$72

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

8h 49m

Average total duration

Fastest

8h 19m

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5h 20m

Average total duration

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0.5 - 1.1kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Santa Barbara, CA to Las Vegas, NV is a bus with an average price of $57 (€46).

This is compared to other travel options from Santa Barbara, CA to Las Vegas, NV:

A bus is $129 (€104) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Santa Barbara, CA to Las Vegas, NV costing on average $186 (€150).

The fastest way to travel from Santa Barbara, CA to Las Vegas, NV is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 3m.

Other travel options to Las Vegas, NV take longer:

Bus takes on average 8h 19m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Santa Barbara, CA and Las Vegas, NV including taking a bus and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Santa Barbara, CA to Las Vegas, NV among Omio's users.

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from Santa Barbara, CA to Las Vegas, NV

How to get from Santa Barbara, CA to Las Vegas, NV by train, bus or flight.

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flight

The best way to travel from Santa Barbara, CA to Las Vegas, NV is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • American Airlines
    8:00 PM5h15
    Santa Barbara, CA
    1:15 AMLas Vegas, NV
    $1771One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • American Airlines
    8:00 PM5h15
    Santa Barbara, CA
    1:15 AMLas Vegas, NV
    $1771One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • American Airlines
    8:00 PM5h15
    Santa Barbara, CA
    1:15 AMLas Vegas, NV
    $1771One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • United
    3:15 PM6h25
    Santa Barbara, CA
    9:40 PMLas Vegas, NV
    $2971One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Santa Barbara, CA to Las Vegas, NV

Travel to Las Vegas, NV easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Santa Barbara, CA to Las Vegas, NV.

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There are 2 options to travel between Santa Barbara, CA and Las Vegas, NV including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Santa Barbara, CA to Las Vegas, NV is a bus with an average price of $57 (€46).

This is compared to other travel options from Santa Barbara, CA to Las Vegas, NV:

A bus is $129 (€104) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Santa Barbara, CA to Las Vegas, NV costing on average $186 (€150).

The fastest way to travel from Santa Barbara, CA to Las Vegas, NV is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 3m.

Other travel options to Las Vegas, NV take longer:

Bus takes on average 8h 19m.

The distance from Santa Barbara, CA to Las Vegas, NV is approximately 284 miles (458 km).
The average frequency per day from Santa Barbara, CA to Las Vegas, NV is:
  • Around 41 flights per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Santa Barbara, CA and Las Vegas, NV as scheduled services by bus and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Santa Barbara, CA to Las Vegas, NV:
  • {stationMode_1} mostly depart from Santa Barbara Airport and arrive in Harry Reid International Airport.
  • {stationMode_2} mostly depart from Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA and arrive in {arrivalStation_2}.
  • {stationMode_3} mostly depart from Santa Barbara, Bus station and arrive in Las Vegas, Lv All In Shuttle LLC, NV.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Santa Barbara, CA to Las Vegas, NV, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Greyhound, FlixBus to go to Las Vegas, NV by bus.
Omio customers who travel from Santa Barbara, CA to Las Vegas, NV often also extend their vacation to go to Los Angeles, CA, San Francisco, CA, San Diego, CA, Bullhead City, AZ, New York, NY. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Las Vegas, NV and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Las Vegas, NV to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Las Vegas, NV, you can explore the High Roller for panoramic views, visit the Mob Museum to learn about organized crime history, and experience breathtaking acrobatics at a Cirque du Soleil show. Try your luck at various casinos or enjoy a helicopter tour over the Strip for a unique aerial perspective. Don't miss the vibrant Strip with its iconic entertainment venues, the mesmerizing Bellagio Fountains, and the Fremont Street Experience with its LED canopy. Visit the Neon Museum to see preserved Las Vegas signs, and explore the stunning hiking trails of Red Rock Canyon just outside the city.
A 3 to 4-day trip to Las Vegas, NV is typically sufficient to explore major attractions, enjoy entertainment, and experience the vibrant nightlife.
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