Bus Tickets from Santa Barbara to Palm Springs

Compare 2 ways to go from Santa Barbara to Palm Springs

Bus
Average PriceUS$40 - US$40Average Duration6h 55m
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$43 - US$58Average Duration6h 17m
27kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Santa Barbara to Palm Springs

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Palm Springs. The journey takes about 6 hours 17 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$43, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day
6h 17mAverage Duration
US$43Cheapest ticket
27kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Santa Barbara to Palm Springs: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$40
Average Bus Trip Duration6h 55m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure6:45pm
Distance297 km

Santa Barbara to Palm Springs Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Santa Barbara to Palm Springs.

Bus service from Santa Barbara to Palm Springs will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Palm Springs from Santa Barbara, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Santa Barbara - Palm Springs

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

    The distance between Santa Barbara and Palm Springs is around 298 km (185 miles).

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

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Train Station, in Santa Barbara, and end it at Palm Springs Airport, in Palm Springs.

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to Palm Springs was searched and found on Aug 30, 2025 with a price of US$47

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

You can expect to pay from US$47 to US$64 for a bus ticket from Santa Barbara to Palm Springs based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$47 which is on 2025-09-02.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Santa Barbara to Palm Springs but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Santa Barbara to Palm Springs, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

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 Santa Barbara to Palm Springs.

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

Did you know?

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

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

What's the cheapest way to go from Santa Barbara to Palm Springs?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Santa Barbara by bus?

Bus from Palm Springs to Santa Barbara

You can also go to Palm Springs by train

Train from Santa Barbara to Palm Springs

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