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Next departures

Next departures from Chicago to Santa Barbara on 20 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Santa Barbara StationCheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Downtown Greyhound Station
Santa Barbara StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Santa Barbara StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
Santa Barbara StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Santa Barbara StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Santa Barbara

Bus
Average priceUS$231 - US$358Average duration2d 15h
73kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
FastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$227 - US$1,688Average duration3d
264kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Chicago to Santa Barbara

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Santa Barbara. The journey takes about 2 days, 15 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just US$231, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day
2d 15hAverage duration
US$231Cheapest ticket
73kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Chicago to Santa Barbara: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$248
Average bus trip duration2d 15h
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure09:45
Distance1801 miles
Latest bus departure23:50

Chicago to Santa Barbara Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Chicago - Santa Barbara

  1. How much does a bus ticket from Chicago to Santa Barbara cost?

    The bus ticket price from Chicago to Santa Barbara starts at US$231. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Chicago to Santa Barbara is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the bus ride from Chicago to Santa Barbara?

    The average travel time between Chicago and Santa Barbara is around 2d 15h, although the fastest bus will take about 2d 3h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1802 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily bus connections are there between Chicago and Santa Barbara?

    The number of buses from Chicago to Santa Barbara can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Chicago to Santa Barbara by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Chicago to Santa Barbara?

    Buses travelling between Chicago and Santa Barbara leave from Downtown Greyhound Station or Chicago O'Hare International Airport and arrive at Train Station.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Chicago and Santa Barbara!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Chicago to Santa Barbara, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Chicago to Santa Barbara will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Chicago to Santa Barbara.

Did you know?

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.

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 Chicago to Santa Barbara?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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Bus from Santa Barbara to Chicago

You can also go to Santa Barbara by train

Train from Chicago to Santa Barbara

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