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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | UC Santa Barbara | San Joaquin Street Station | Cheapest | |||||
| Train Station | San Joaquin Street Station | Fastest | |||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Santa Barbara Station | Stockton (GLI), CA | No tags | |||||
| UC Santa Barbara | Stockton ACE Station | No tags | |||||
| Train Station | Stockton ACE Station | No tags |
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Get from Santa Barbara to Stockton
The journey takes about 16 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 008, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Santa Barbara and Stockton?
Stops in Stockton
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Stockton Bus Station
121 S Center St, Stockton, CA 95202 - B330 E. Martin Luther King Blvd , CA 95206 , USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Santa Barbara to Stockton, CA by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Santa Barbara to Stockton?
The cheapest bus tickets from Santa Barbara to Stockton start at R 1 008. The average price for this route is around R 1 340. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Santa Barbara to Stockton?
The average bus journey time from Santa Barbara to Stockton is 16h 55m, covering a distance of 419 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 8h 10m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Santa Barbara to Stockton route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Santa Barbara to Stockton?
The earliest bus departs from Santa Barbara to Stockton at 14:45. And the latest bus departs at 18:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santa Barbara to Stockton?
A bus trip from Santa Barbara to Stockton produces an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Santa Barbara to Stockton?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5627 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Santa Barbara to Stockton?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Santa Barbara to Stockton?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Santa Barbara to Stockton?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to Stockton, CA was searched and found on 07 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 258To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Santa Barbara to Stockton, CA as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 258 to R 1 433 for a bus ticket from Santa Barbara to Stockton, CA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 258, which is on 2025-12-10.
