Find coaches from Santa Barbara to Solana Beach

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Next departures from Santa Barbara to Solana Beach on 17 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Train Station
Solana Beach, CACheapest
Amtrak
UC Santa Barbara
Solana Beach, CAFastest
Amtrak
UC Santa Barbara
Solana Beach, CANo tags
Amtrak
UC Santa Barbara
Solana Beach, CANo tags
Amtrak
UC Santa Barbara
Solana Beach, CANo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Santa Barbara to Solana Beach

Bus
Average priceUS$51 - US$51Average duration7h 20m
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$46 - US$120Average duration5h 34m
25kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Santa Barbara to Solana Beach

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Solana Beach. The journey takes about 7 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just US$51, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
7h 20mAverage duration
US$51Cheapest ticket
7kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Santa Barbara to Solana Beach: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$51
Average bus trip duration7h 20m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure21:15
Distance170 miles
Latest bus departure21:55

Santa Barbara to Solana Beach 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 Solana Beach.

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

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Solana Beach 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 - Solana Beach

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

    The journey from Santa Barbara to Solana Beach by coach covers an approximate distance of 171 miles (276 km).

  2. How can I get from Santa Barbara to Solana Beach without driving?

    You can reach Solana Beach 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
14/09
US$50
15/09
US$48
Today
US$48
17/09
US$48
18/09
US$50
19/09
US$48
20/09
US$48
21/09
US$48
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to Solana Beach was searched and found on 15 Sept 2025 with a price of US$48

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 Solana Beach as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$48 to US$85 for a bus ticket from Santa Barbara to Solana Beach based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$48, which is on 2025-09-17.

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 Solana Beach 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 Solana Beach, 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 Solana Beach.

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

Did you know?

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

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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

Will you be returning to Santa Barbara by bus?

Bus from Solana Beach to Santa Barbara

You can also go to Solana Beach by train

Train from Santa Barbara to Solana Beach

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