Bus Tickets from Goleta to Los Angeles, US

Next departures

Next departures for Goleta to Los Angeles on September 10
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Santa Barbara Airbus
Goleta
LAX Los Angeles International AirportCheapestFastest
Santa Barbara Airbus
Goleta
LAX Los Angeles International AirportNo tags
Santa Barbara Airbus
Goleta
LAX Los Angeles International AirportNo tags
Santa Barbara Airbus
Goleta
LAX Los Angeles International AirportNo tags
Santa Barbara Airbus
Goleta
LAX Los Angeles International AirportNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Goleta to Los Angeles

Bus
Average PriceUS$68 - US$68Average Duration3h
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
FastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$31 - US$34Average Duration3h 7m
14kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Goleta to Los Angeles

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 3 hours 7 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8train per day
3h 7mAverage Duration
US$31Cheapest ticket
14kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Goleta to Los Angeles, US: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$68
Average Bus Trip Duration3h
Number of daily buses7
Earliest bus departure3:30am
Distance142 km
Latest bus departure6:00pm

Goleta to Los Angeles Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Goleta - Los Angeles, US

  1. What is the distance between Goleta and Los Angeles?

    The distance between Goleta and Los Angeles is around 152 km (95 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Goleta to Los Angeles?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at UC Santa Barbara, in Goleta, and end it at Los Angeles International Airport, in Los Angeles.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
09-07
US$65
09-08
US$65
Today
US$65
09-10
US$65
09-11
US$65
09-12
US$65
09-13
US$65
09-14
US$65
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Goleta to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on Sep 7, 2025 with a price of US$65

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Goleta to Los Angeles, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$65 to US$65 for a bus ticket from Goleta to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$65 which is on 2025-09-10.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Goleta to Los Angeles.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Goleta to Los Angeles, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Goleta to Los Angeles.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Goleta to Los Angeles while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Will you be returning to Goleta by bus?

Bus from Los Angeles, US to Goleta

You can also go to Los Angeles, US by train

Train from Goleta to Los Angeles, US

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