Bus Tickets from Sacramento, US to Santa Barbara

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Next departures to Santa Barbara

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: August 17 at
    Departure city: Sacramento
    Departure location: Greyhound Sacramento Station
    Arrival time: August 18 at
    Destination city: Santa Barbara
    Destination location: Santa Barbara Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: August 17 at
    Departure city: Sacramento
    Departure location: Sacramento Valley Station
    Arrival time: August 17 at
    Destination city: Santa Barbara
    Destination location: Train Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 17 at
    Departure city: Sacramento
    Departure location: Sacramento Valley Station
    Arrival time: August 17 at
    Destination city: Santa Barbara
    Destination location: Train Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 17 at
    Departure city: Sacramento
    Departure location: Sacramento Valley Station
    Arrival time: August 17 at
    Destination city: Santa Barbara
    Destination location: Train Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 17 at
    Departure city: Sacramento
    Departure location: Sacramento Valley Station
    Arrival time: August 17 at
    Destination city: Santa Barbara
    Destination location: UC Santa Barbara
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Sacramento to Santa Barbara

Bus
Average PriceUS$49 - US$147Average Duration13h 30m
12kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$68 - US$159Average Duration11h 24m
45kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Sacramento to Santa Barbara

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Santa Barbara. The journey takes about 13 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$49, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
13h 30mAverage Duration
US$49Cheapest ticket
12kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Sacramento, US to Santa Barbara: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$64
Average Bus Trip Duration13h 30m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure10:20pm
Distance492 km

Sacramento to Santa Barbara Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Sacramento, US - Santa Barbara

  1. What is the travel distance from Sacramento to Santa Barbara?

    It's about 491 km (304 miles) from Sacramento to Santa Barbara.

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Sacramento to Santa Barbara?

    Buses departing from Greyhound Sacramento Station in Sacramento will take you to Train Station in Santa Barbara.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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08-10
US$75
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US$75
08-12
US$75
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08-14
US$75
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US$75
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Sacramento, US to Santa Barbara was searched and found on Aug 10, 2025 with a price of US$75

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

You can expect to pay from US$75 to US$75 for a bus ticket from Sacramento, US to Santa Barbara based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$75 which is on 2025-08-12.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Sacramento to Santa Barbara.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 Sacramento to Santa Barbara, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Sacramento to Santa Barbara will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

What's the cheapest way to go from Sacramento, US to Santa Barbara?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Sacramento, US by bus?

Bus from Sacramento, US to Santa Barbara

You can also go to Santa Barbara by train

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