How much is the bus ticket from Santa Barbara to Oxnard?

The cheapest bus tickets from Santa Barbara to Oxnard start from $38. The average price for this route is around $42. 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 Oxnard?

The average bus travel time from Santa Barbara to Oxnard is 1h 10m, covering a distance of 54 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 55m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Santa Barbara to Oxnard route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Santa Barbara to Oxnard?

The earliest bus departs from Santa Barbara to Oxnard at 6:00am. And the latest bus departs at 9:55pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santa Barbara to Oxnard?

A bus trip from Santa Barbara to Oxnard generates an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus Santa Barbara to Oxnard from $35 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Santa Barbara to Oxnard on January 13
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:40pm	UC Santa Barbara	1h 10m	10:50pm	Oxnard Transit Center	Cheapest
9:55pm	Train Station	55m	10:50pm	Oxnard Transit Center	Fastest
3:35pm	UC Santa Barbara	1h 53m	5:28pm	Oxnard Transit Center	No tags
3:35pm	UC Santa Barbara	1h 53m	5:28pm	Oxnard Transit Center	No tags

Next departures for Santa Barbara to Oxnard on January 14
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:40pm	UC Santa Barbara	1h 10m	10:50pm	Oxnard Transit Center	Cheapest
9:55pm	Train Station	55m	10:50pm	Oxnard Transit Center	Fastest
12:00pm	Train Station	1h	1:00pm	Oxnard Transit Center	No tags
11:30am	UC Santa Barbara	1h 30m	1:00pm	Oxnard Transit Center	No tags
6:00am	UC Santa Barbara	1h 55m	7:55am	Oxnard Transit Center	No tags

Next departures for Santa Barbara to Oxnard on January 15
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:40pm	UC Santa Barbara	1h 10m	10:50pm	Oxnard Transit Center	Cheapest
9:55pm	Train Station	55m	10:50pm	Oxnard Transit Center	Fastest
12:00pm	Train Station	1h	1:00pm	Oxnard Transit Center	No tags
11:30am	UC Santa Barbara	1h 30m	1:00pm	Oxnard Transit Center	No tags
6:00am	UC Santa Barbara	1h 55m	7:55am	Oxnard Transit Center	No tags

Next departures for Santa Barbara to Oxnard on January 16
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:40pm	UC Santa Barbara	1h 10m	10:50pm	Oxnard Transit Center	Cheapest
9:55pm	Train Station	55m	10:50pm	Oxnard Transit Center	Fastest
12:00pm	Train Station	1h	1:00pm	Oxnard Transit Center	No tags
11:30am	UC Santa Barbara	1h 30m	1:00pm	Oxnard Transit Center	No tags
6:00am	UC Santa Barbara	1h 55m	7:55am	Oxnard Transit Center	No tags

Next departures for Santa Barbara to Oxnard on January 17
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:15pm	UC Santa Barbara	1h 10m	10:25pm	Oxnard Transit Center	Cheapest
9:30pm	Train Station	55m	10:25pm	Oxnard Transit Center	Fastest
12:00pm	Train Station	1h	1:00pm	Oxnard Transit Center	No tags
11:30am	UC Santa Barbara	1h 30m	1:00pm	Oxnard Transit Center	No tags
6:00am	UC Santa Barbara	1h 55m	7:55am	Oxnard Transit Center	No tags

Next departures for Santa Barbara to Oxnard on January 18
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:00am	UC Santa Barbara	1h 55m	7:55am	Oxnard Transit Center	Cheapest
12:00pm	Train Station	1h	1:00pm	Oxnard Transit Center	Fastest
11:30am	UC Santa Barbara	1h 30m	1:00pm	Oxnard Transit Center	No tags
6:00am	UC Santa Barbara	1h 55m	7:55am	Oxnard Transit Center	No tags
6:00am	UC Santa Barbara	7h	1:00pm	Oxnard Transit Center	No tags

Next departures for Santa Barbara to Oxnard on January 19
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:40pm	UC Santa Barbara	1h 10m	10:50pm	Oxnard Transit Center	Cheapest
9:55pm	Train Station	55m	10:50pm	Oxnard Transit Center	Fastest
12:00pm	Train Station	1h	1:00pm	Oxnard Transit Center	No tags
11:30am	UC Santa Barbara	1h 30m	1:00pm	Oxnard Transit Center	No tags
6:00am	UC Santa Barbara	1h 55m	7:55am	Oxnard Transit Center	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Santa Barbara to Oxnard

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Oxnard. The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

1h 10mAverage Duration

54 kmDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$38 - $52	Average Duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$28 - $155	Average Duration1h 4m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Santa Barbara and Oxnard?

Stops in Santa Barbara

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

4/55,730 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5730 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 Santa Barbara to Oxnard 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 Oxnard?
The cheapest bus tickets from Santa Barbara to Oxnard start from $38. The average price for this route is around $42. 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 Oxnard?
The average bus travel time from Santa Barbara to Oxnard is 1h 10m, covering a distance of 54 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 55m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Santa Barbara to Oxnard route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Santa Barbara to Oxnard?
The earliest bus departs from Santa Barbara to Oxnard at 6:00am. And the latest bus departs at 9:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santa Barbara to Oxnard?
A bus trip from Santa Barbara to Oxnard generates an estimated 1 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.

Best price found

01-11

$35

01-12

$35

Today

$35

01-14

$35

01-15

$35

01-16

$35

01-17

$35

01-18

$35

The cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to Oxnard was searched and found on Jan 11, 2026 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 Santa Barbara to Oxnard, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $35 to $49 for a bus ticket from Santa Barbara to Oxnard based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $35 which is on 2026-01-14.