Bus from Los Angeles, US to Santa Barbara: Tickets & Schedules
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Next departures for Los Angeles to Santa Barbara on November 27
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood
Santa Barbara (University of California), CA
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Los Angeles Union Station
Santa Barbara (University of California), CA
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UCLA
Train Station
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UCLA
Train Station
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Next departures for Los Angeles to Santa Barbara on November 28
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Los Angeles Union Station
Santa Barbara (University of California), CA
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UCLA
Train Station
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood
Santa Barbara (University of California), CA
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LAX Airport
La Cumbre Plaza
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UCLA
Train Station
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Next departures for Los Angeles to Santa Barbara on November 29
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UCLA
UC Santa Barbara
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Los Angeles Union Station
Santa Barbara (University of California), CA
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UCLA
Train Station
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood
Santa Barbara (University of California), CA
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LAX Airport
La Cumbre Plaza
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Next departures for Los Angeles to Santa Barbara on November 30
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UCLA
UC Santa Barbara
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UCLA
Train Station
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Los Angeles Union Station
Santa Barbara Station
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UCLA
Train Station
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood
Santa Barbara Station
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Next departures for Los Angeles to Santa Barbara on December 1
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UCLA
Train Station
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Los Angeles Union Station
Santa Barbara Station
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UCLA
Train Station
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood
Santa Barbara Station
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Next departures for Los Angeles to Santa Barbara on December 2
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Los Angeles Union Station
Santa Barbara Station
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UCLA
Train Station
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UCLA
UC Santa Barbara
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood
Santa Barbara Station
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LAX Airport
La Cumbre Plaza
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Next departures for Los Angeles to Santa Barbara on December 3
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Los Angeles Union Station
Santa Barbara Station
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UCLA
Train Station
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UCLA
UC Santa Barbara
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood
Santa Barbara Station
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LAX Airport
La Cumbre Plaza
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Compare 2 ways to go from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara
We recommend taking the train
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Santa Barbara. The journey takes about 2 hours 36 minutes, and with fares starting at just $37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Based on 1 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the ticket access. Santa Barbara Airbus ticket prices on this trip start at $103
Passengers express dissatisfaction with the service, mentioning significant delays and lack of compensation for the inconvenience caused. They suggest providing alternative transportation options or compensating passengers in situations like these to avoid disrupting their schedules. Additionally, it is recommended to implement safety measures such as an emergency brake system to prevent accidents on tracks.
Amtrak Los Angeles Santa Barbara recent customer reviews
The bus to train station never arrived, I spent money for a Uber to catch the train
2 out of 5 stars
Ruixia B.
We were delayed over 4 hours . Which I understand that the circumstances were serious . However, the passengers should have been compensated either their cost of tickets or gotten another transportation mode. Either Uber or another Amtrak bus to pick us up so we didn’t get our schedules all fuxked up, after two hours of waiting . We all missed a 1/3rd of our day bc somebody wanted to kill themselves. And also they should put an emergency brake for that situation like if someone is standing in the track there should be an emergency suicide prevention brake.
Based on 11446 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $29
Based on 39 reviews, Greyhound was rated 2.5 stars for this trip. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $34, with the trip lasting on average 421.
Greyhound Los Angeles Santa Barbara recent customer reviews
Bus kind of smelled, pleasant ride, kind of rude staff at actual station, kind bus driver
4 out of 5 stars
Callista G.
I am very satisfied with my Greyhound bus trip, clean, safe, pleasant. I rekommend.
5 out of 5 stars
Marie Anne B.
Awful service. We missed the bus because it left 10 minutes early from LA even though it was the first stop on the route. The staff was unhelpful and did not attempt to help us.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Los Angeles, US to Santa Barbara by bus
What is the distance between Los Angeles and Santa Barbara?
It's about 141 km (87 miles) from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara.
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara?
Buses departing from UCLA in Los Angeles will take you to Train Station in Santa Barbara.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
11-23
$54
11-24
$40
Today
$40
11-26
$42
11-27
$42
11-28
$40
11-29
$48
11-30
$48
The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Santa Barbara was searched and found on Nov 24, 2025 with a price of $40
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Los Angeles, US to Santa Barbara, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $40 to $341 for a bus ticket from Los Angeles, US to Santa Barbara based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $40 which is on 2025-11-28.
Usually Amtrak, 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.
The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Santa Barbara was searched and found on Nov 24, 2025 with a price of $40
