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Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Santa Barbara. The journey takes about 6 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just US$44, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus San Jose, US to Santa Barbara: Trip Overview
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San Jose to Santa Barbara Bus
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Frequently asked questions on the trip San Jose, US - Santa Barbara
What's the distance between San Jose and Santa Barbara by coach?
The distance between San Jose and Santa Barbara by coach is approximately 236 miles (381 km).
How can I get from San Jose to Santa Barbara without driving?
The best way to go from San Jose to Santa Barbara without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from San Jose, US to Santa Barbara as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$44 to US$152 for a bus ticket from San Jose, US to Santa Barbara based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$44, which is on 2025-09-03.
Usually Amtrak will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
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 San Jose and Santa Barbara!
Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from San Jose to Santa Barbara, 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 San Jose to Santa Barbara.
Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from San Jose to Santa Barbara.
Did you know?
Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!
The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!
9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.
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Popular Buses Connecting San Jose
Buses Leaving from San Jose
- Bus from San Jose to Los Angeles
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Popular Buses Connecting Santa Barbara
Buses Leaving from Santa Barbara
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Buses Going to Santa Barbara
- Bus from Solvang to Santa Barbara
- Coach Carpinteria - Santa Barbara
- Bus Los Angeles - Santa Barbara
- San Diego - Santa Barbara
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- Coach Ventura - Santa Barbara
- Bus Las Vegas - Santa Barbara
- San Francisco - Santa Barbara
- Bus from Fort Worth to Santa Barbara
- Coach San Jose - Santa Barbara
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- Santa Cruz - Santa Barbara
- Bus from Santa Maria to Santa Barbara
- Coach Santa Paula - Santa Barbara
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