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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Amtrak | Santa Barbara (University of California), CA | CheapestFastest | |||||
 | Amtrak | Train Station | No tags | |||||
| Amtrak | Train Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Salinas to Santa Barbara
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Santa Barbara. The journey takes about 5 hours, and with fares starting at just $58, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Salinas and Santa Barbara?
Stops in Salinas
- A3 STATION PLACE , 93901, California
- B
Alisal St & Pearl St
635 E Alisal St, Salinas, CA 93905, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Salinas, US to Santa Barbara by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Salinas to Santa Barbara?
The cheapest bus tickets from Salinas to Santa Barbara start from $58. The average price for this route is around $90. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Salinas to Santa Barbara?
The average bus travel time from Salinas to Santa Barbara is 5h, covering a distance of 301 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Salinas to Santa Barbara route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Salinas to Santa Barbara?
The earliest bus departs from Salinas to Santa Barbara at 12:45am. And the latest bus departs at 4:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Salinas to Santa Barbara?
A bus trip from Salinas to Santa Barbara generates an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Salinas to Santa Barbara?
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 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Salinas to Santa Barbara?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Salinas to Santa Barbara?
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 Salinas to Santa Barbara?
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 Salinas, US to Santa Barbara was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $78To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Salinas, US to Santa Barbara, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $78 to $182 for a bus ticket from Salinas, US to Santa Barbara based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $78 which is on 2025-11-28.
Usually FlixBus 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.
What's the cheapest way to go from Salinas, US to Santa Barbara?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
