Bus from Chicago to Santa Barbara: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Chicago to Santa Barbara on December 30
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Santa Barbara StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Santa Barbara StationNo tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
Santa Barbara StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
Santa Barbara StationNo tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Santa Barbara StationNo tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Santa Barbara

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Santa Barbara. The journey takes about 2 days, 4 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $319, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
2d 4hAverage Duration
2904 kmDistance
73kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$319 - $762Average Duration2d 4h
73kg CO₂e
Average Price$488 - $6,392Average Duration2d 1h
264kg CO₂e

What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Santa Barbara?

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