How far is Oxnard from Santa Barbara?

The distance between Oxnard and Santa Barbara is around 60 km (37 miles).

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Oxnard to Santa Barbara?

Buses traveling this route start their trip at Oxnard Transit Center, in Oxnard, and end it at Train Station, in Santa Barbara.

Bus Oxnard to Santa Barbara from $35 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Oxnard to Santa Barbara on November 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:22pm	Oxnard Transit Center	1h 33m	7:55pm	UC Santa Barbara	Cheapest
Bus	6:22pm	Oxnard Transit Center	1h 8m	7:30pm	Train Station	Fastest
Bus	6:22pm	Oxnard Transit Center	3h 58m	10:20pm	UC Santa Barbara	No tags

Next departures for Oxnard to Santa Barbara on November 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	6:22pm	Oxnard Transit Center	1h 33m	7:55pm	UC Santa Barbara	Cheapest
	Bus	6:22pm	Oxnard Transit Center	1h 8m	7:30pm	Train Station	Fastest

Next departures for Oxnard to Santa Barbara on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:50am	Oxnard Transit Center	1h 10m	8:00am	UC Santa Barbara	Cheapest
Bus	6:50am	Oxnard Transit Center	55m	7:45am	Train Station	Fastest
Bus	2:35pm	Oxnard Transit Center	1h 30m	4:05pm	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
Bus	6:22pm	Oxnard Transit Center	1h 33m	7:55pm	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
Bus	2:35pm	Oxnard Transit Center	1h 5m	3:40pm	Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Oxnard to Santa Barbara on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:50am	Oxnard Transit Center	1h 10m	8:00am	UC Santa Barbara	Cheapest
Bus	6:50am	Oxnard Transit Center	55m	7:45am	Train Station	Fastest
Bus	2:35pm	Oxnard Transit Center	1h 30m	4:05pm	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
Bus	6:22pm	Oxnard Transit Center	1h 33m	7:55pm	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
Bus	2:35pm	Oxnard Transit Center	1h 5m	3:40pm	Train Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Oxnard 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 1 hour 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

1h 10mAverage Duration

67 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$38 - $53	Average Duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$28 - $147	Average Duration58m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Oxnard and Santa Barbara?

Stops in Oxnard

A
Oxnard Transit Center
201 E 4th St, Oxnard, CA 93030, USA
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B
Oxnard Bus Station
201 E 4th St, Ste C, Oxnard, CA 93030

Stops in Santa Barbara

A
Train Station
224 Chapala St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
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Amtrak

4/55,607 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5607 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $38

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Oxnard to Santa Barbara by bus

How far is Oxnard from Santa Barbara?
The distance between Oxnard and Santa Barbara is around 60 km (37 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Oxnard to Santa Barbara?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at Oxnard Transit Center, in Oxnard, and end it at 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

$35

11-24

$35

Today

$39

11-26

$39

11-27

$39

11-28

$39

11-29

$35

11-30

$35

The cheapest trip from Oxnard to Santa Barbara was searched and found on Nov 23, 2025 with a price of $35

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Oxnard to Santa Barbara, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $35 to $50 for a bus ticket from Oxnard to Santa Barbara based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $35 which is on 2025-11-29.