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Today11 Aug
from US$36
Tomorrow12 Aug
from US$25
Wed13 Aug
Thu14 Aug
from US$23
Fri15 Aug
from US$36
Sat16 Aug
from US$25
Sun17 Aug
from US$26
Mon18 Aug
from US$23

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 12 August at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: Santa Barbara Station
    Arrival time: 12 August at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Los Angeles Union Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 12 August at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: Train Station
    Arrival time: 12 August at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: UCLA
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 12 August at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: Train Station
    Arrival time: 13 August at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 12 August at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: Santa Barbara
    Arrival time: 12 August at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: LAX Los Angeles International Airport
    Operated by: Santa Barbara AirbusSanta Barbara Airbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 12 August at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: UC Santa Barbara
    Arrival time: 12 August at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: UCLA
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles

Bus
Average priceUS$21 - US$68Average duration2h 40m
3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$26 - US$117Average duration2h 53m
10kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 2 hours 53 minutes and with fares starting at just US$26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10train per day
2h 53mAverage duration
US$26Cheapest ticket
10kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Santa Barbara to Los Angeles, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$68
Average bus trip duration2h 40m
Number of daily buses15
Earliest bus departure03:50
Distance84 miles
Latest bus departure21:55

Santa Barbara to Los Angeles Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Santa Barbara - Los Angeles, US

  1. What's the distance between Santa Barbara and Los Angeles by coach?

    The journey from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles by coach covers an approximate distance of 87 miles (141 km).

  2. How can I get from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles without driving?

    You can reach Los Angeles from Santa Barbara by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
09/08
US$21
10/08
US$28
Today
US$18
12/08
US$18
13/08
US$65
14/08
US$16
15/08
US$29
16/08
US$17
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on 14 Aug 2025 with a price of US$16

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 Los Angeles, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$16 to US$65 for a bus ticket from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$16, which is on 2025-08-14.

Usually Santa Barbara Airbus 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

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

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

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

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!

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!

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.

Will you be returning to Santa Barbara by bus?

Bus from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles, US

You can also go to Los Angeles, US by train

Train from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles, US

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