Santa Barbara, CA to Los Angeles, CA Bus
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Santa Barbara, CA to Los Angeles, CA by bus
The journey from Santa Barbara, CA to Los Angeles, CA by bus is 140.01 km and takes 2 hrs 36 mins. There are 11 connections per day, with the first departure at 3:50 a.m. and the last at 9:30 p.m.. It is possible to travel from Santa Barbara, CA to Los Angeles, CA by bus for as little as $31.41 or as much as $106.75. The best price for this journey is $31.41.
| Lowest Price | $31.41 |
| Journey Duration | 2 hrs 36 mins |
| Connection per Day | Amtrak, FlixBus, Santa Barbara Airbus 11 |
| Lowest Price | Amtrak, FlixBus, Santa Barbara Airbus $31.41 |
| Highest Price | Amtrak, FlixBus, Santa Barbara Airbus $106.75 |
| First Departure | Amtrak, FlixBus, Santa Barbara Airbus 3:50 a.m. |
| Last Departure | Amtrak, FlixBus, Santa Barbara Airbus 9:30 p.m. |
| Distance | Amtrak, FlixBus, Santa Barbara Airbus 140.01 km |
| Departure | Amtrak, FlixBus, Santa Barbara Airbus Santa Barbara, CA |
| Arrival | Amtrak, FlixBus, Santa Barbara Airbus Los Angeles, CA |
| Carriers | Amtrak, FlixBus Amtrak, FlixBus, Santa Barbara Airbus |
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Find the best day to travel to Los Angeles, CA by bus
When travelling to Los Angeles, 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 Amtrak and FlixBus from Santa Barbara, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Compare services on board when travelling from Santa Barbara, CA to Los Angeles, CA by bus.
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Santa Barbara, CA to Los Angeles, 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 Santa Barbara, CA to Los Angeles, CA?
A bus ticket from Santa Barbara, CA to Los Angeles, CA is $88.05. 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 $31.41.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Santa Barbara, CA to Los Angeles, CA?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Santa Barbara, CA to Los Angeles, CA is $31.41. 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 Santa Barbara, CA and Los Angeles, CA by bus?
Santa Barbara, CA to Los Angeles, CA is 140.01 km.
How long does the bus between Santa Barbara, CA and Los Angeles, CA take?
Santa Barbara, CA to Los Angeles, CA is on average 2 hrs 36 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 1 hr 50 mins.
Which companies operate from Santa Barbara, CA to Los Angeles, CA?
The bus journey from Santa Barbara, CA to Los Angeles, CA is covered by 2 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Amtrak, FlixBus and Santa Barbara Airbus.
How many bus connections per day go from Santa Barbara, CA to Los Angeles, CA?
Santa Barbara, CA to Los Angeles, CA has 11 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Santa Barbara, CA to Los Angeles, CA leave?
The earliest bus from Santa Barbara, CA to Los Angeles, CA departs at 3:50 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 Santa Barbara, CA to Los Angeles, CA depart?
The latest bus from Santa Barbara, CA to Los Angeles, CA departs at 9:30 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 Santa Barbara, CA to Los Angeles, 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 $31.41 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 Santa Barbara, CA to Los Angeles, CA?
There are on average 11 direct connection(s) from Santa Barbara, CA to go to Los Angeles, CA.
What's the fastest journey time between Santa Barbara, CA to Los Angeles, CA by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Santa Barbara, CA and Los Angeles, CA is 1 hr 50 mins.
Is there a direct bus from Santa Barbara, CA to Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Santa Barbara, CA and Los Angeles, CA.
What are the CO2 emissions for Santa Barbara, CA to Los Angeles, CA by bus?
The bus journey from Santa Barbara, CA to Los Angeles, CA creates 10.5kg of CO2 emissions.