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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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| UC Santa Barbara | Irvine Station | Fastest | |||||
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| UC Santa Barbara | Irvine Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Santa Barbara to Irvine
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Irvine. The journey takes about 6 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $60, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 5610 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 $60
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Santa Barbara to Irvine, US 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 Santa Barbara to Irvine?
The cheapest bus tickets from Santa Barbara to Irvine start from $60. The average price for this route is around $60. 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 Santa Barbara to Irvine?
The average bus travel time from Santa Barbara to Irvine is 6h 10m, covering a distance of 213 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 11m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Santa Barbara to Irvine route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Santa Barbara to Irvine?
The earliest bus departs from Santa Barbara to Irvine at 9:15pm. And the latest bus departs at 9:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santa Barbara to Irvine?
A bus trip from Santa Barbara to Irvine generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
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 Irvine, US was searched and found on Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $57To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Santa Barbara to Irvine, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $57 to $94 for a bus ticket from Santa Barbara to Irvine, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $57 which is on 2025-11-30.
What's the cheapest way to go from Santa Barbara to Irvine, US?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
