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Today11 Aug
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from US$65
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Next departures to Sacramento

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 12 August at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: Train Station
    Arrival time: 13 August at
    Destination city: Sacramento
    Destination location: Sacramento Valley Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 12 August at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: UC Santa Barbara
    Arrival time: 13 August at
    Destination city: Sacramento
    Destination location: Sacramento Valley Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 12 August at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: Santa Barbara Station
    Arrival time: 13 August at
    Destination city: Sacramento
    Destination location: Greyhound Sacramento Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 12 August at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: Train Station
    Arrival time: 12 August at
    Destination city: Sacramento
    Destination location: Sacramento Valley Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 12 August at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: Train Station
    Arrival time: 12 August at
    Destination city: Sacramento
    Destination location: Sacramento Valley Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Santa Barbara to Sacramento

Bus
Average priceUS$47 - US$172Average duration13h 45m
12kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$69 - US$487Average duration11h 28m
45kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Santa Barbara to Sacramento

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Sacramento. The journey takes about 13 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just US$47, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
13h 45mAverage duration
US$47Cheapest ticket
12kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Santa Barbara to Sacramento, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$76
Average bus trip duration13h 45m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure14:45
Distance306 miles
Latest bus departure18:45

Santa Barbara to Sacramento Bus

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

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

    The journey from Santa Barbara to Sacramento by coach covers an approximate distance of 304 miles (491 km).

  2. How can I travel from Santa Barbara to Sacramento avoiding air travel?

    To travel from Santa Barbara to Sacramento without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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10/08
US$61
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US$61
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US$61
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to Sacramento, US was searched and found on 10 Aug 2025 with a price of US$61

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 Sacramento, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$61 to US$248 for a bus ticket from Santa Barbara to Sacramento, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$61, which is on 2025-08-12.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Santa Barbara to Sacramento.

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

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

Did you know?

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

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.

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!

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

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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