Los Angeles, CA to Santa Barbara, CA Bus
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Los Angeles, CA to Santa Barbara, CA by bus
The journey from Los Angeles, CA to Santa Barbara, CA by bus is 140.01 km and takes 2 hrs 39 mins. There are 12 connections per day, with the first departure at 4:50 a.m. and the last at 10:00 p.m.. It is possible to travel from Los Angeles, CA to Santa Barbara, CA by bus for as little as $19.63 or as much as $82.13. The best price for this journey is $19.63.
| Lowest Price | $19.63 |
| Journey Duration | 2 hrs 39 mins |
| Connection per Day | Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus, Santa Barbara Airbus, Amtrak 12 |
| Lowest Price | Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus, Santa Barbara Airbus, Amtrak $19.63 |
| Highest Price | Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus, Santa Barbara Airbus, Amtrak $82.13 |
| First Departure | Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus, Santa Barbara Airbus, Amtrak 4:50 a.m. |
| Last Departure | Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus, Santa Barbara Airbus, Amtrak 10:00 p.m. |
| Distance | Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus, Santa Barbara Airbus, Amtrak 140.01 km |
| Departure | Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus, Santa Barbara Airbus, Amtrak Los Angeles, CA |
| Arrival | Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus, Santa Barbara Airbus, Amtrak Santa Barbara, CA |
| Carriers | Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus, Santa Barbara Airbus, Amtrak |
Price as departure date approaches
Bus companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around $18.33 to $50.43 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 64% on your trip!
Find the best day to travel to Santa Barbara, CA by bus
When travelling to Santa Barbara, CA by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!
Services on board FlixBus and Amtrak from Los Angeles, CA to Santa Barbara, CA
Compare services on board when travelling from Los Angeles, CA to Santa Barbara, CA by bus.
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Los Angeles, CA to Santa Barbara, CA CO2 Emissions by Bus
Train
9.8kg
Bus
10.5kg
Flight
28kg
Car
22.4kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a bus ticket from Los Angeles, CA to Santa Barbara, CA?
A bus ticket from Los Angeles, CA to Santa Barbara, CA is $65.37. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $19.63.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Los Angeles, CA to Santa Barbara, CA?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Los Angeles, CA to Santa Barbara, CA is $19.63. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Los Angeles, CA and Santa Barbara, CA by bus?
Los Angeles, CA to Santa Barbara, CA is 140.01 km.
How long does the bus between Los Angeles, CA and Santa Barbara, CA take?
Los Angeles, CA to Santa Barbara, CA is on average 2 hrs 39 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 2 hrs 15 mins.
Which companies operate from Los Angeles, CA to Santa Barbara, CA?
The bus journey from Los Angeles, CA to Santa Barbara, CA is covered by 3 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus, Santa Barbara Airbus and Amtrak.
How many bus connections per day go from Los Angeles, CA to Santa Barbara, CA?
Los Angeles, CA to Santa Barbara, CA has 12 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Los Angeles, CA to Santa Barbara, CA leave?
The earliest bus from Los Angeles, CA to Santa Barbara, CA departs at 4:50 a.m.. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from Los Angeles, CA to Santa Barbara, CA depart?
The latest bus from Los Angeles, CA to Santa Barbara, CA departs at 10:00 p.m.. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Los Angeles, CA to Santa Barbara, CA in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is $19.63 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Los Angeles, CA to Santa Barbara, CA?
There are on average 11 direct connection(s) from Los Angeles, CA to go to Santa Barbara, CA.
What's the fastest journey time between Los Angeles, CA to Santa Barbara, CA by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Los Angeles, CA and Santa Barbara, CA is 2 hrs 15 mins.
Is there a direct bus from Los Angeles, CA to Santa Barbara, CA?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Los Angeles, CA and Santa Barbara, CA.
What are the CO2 emissions for Los Angeles, CA to Santa Barbara, CA by bus?
The bus journey from Los Angeles, CA to Santa Barbara, CA creates 10.5kg of CO2 emissions.