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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Train Station | Santa Paula, CA | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | UC Santa Barbara | Santa Paula, CA | No tags | ||||
| Bus | UC Santa Barbara | Santa Paula, CA | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:49 PM PST.
Get from Santa Barbara to Santa Paula
The journey takes about 1 hour 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 5749 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 $39
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Santa Barbara to Santa Paula 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 Santa Paula?
The cheapest bus tickets from Santa Barbara to Santa Paula start from $39. The average price for this route is around $39. 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 Santa Paula?
The average bus travel time from Santa Barbara to Santa Paula is 1h 55m, covering a distance of 72 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 25m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Santa Barbara to Santa Paula 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 Santa Paula?
The earliest bus departs from Santa Barbara to Santa Paula at 6:00am. And the latest bus departs at 12:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santa Barbara to Santa Paula?
A bus trip from Santa Barbara to Santa Paula generates an estimated 2 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 Santa Paula was searched and found on Jan 24, 2026 with a price of $36To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Santa Barbara to Santa Paula, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $36 to $46 for a bus ticket from Santa Barbara to Santa Paula based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $36 which is on 2026-01-25.
