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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Santa Barbara (University of California), CA | Stockton (GLI), CA | CheapestFastest |
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Get from Santa Barbara to Stockton
The journey takes about 16 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $83, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Santa Barbara and Stockton?
Stops in Stockton
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Stockton Bus Station
121 S Center St, Stockton, CA 95202 - B330 E. Martin Luther King Blvd , CA 95206 , USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Santa Barbara to Stockton, CA 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 Stockton?
The cheapest bus tickets from Santa Barbara to Stockton start from $83. The average price for this route is around $110. 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 Stockton?
The average bus travel time from Santa Barbara to Stockton is 16h 55m, covering a distance of 414 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 41m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Santa Barbara to Stockton route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Santa Barbara to Stockton?
The earliest bus departs from Santa Barbara to Stockton at 2:45pm. And the latest bus departs at 6:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santa Barbara to Stockton?
A bus trip from Santa Barbara to Stockton generates an estimated 10 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 Santa Barbara to Stockton?
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 Santa Barbara to Stockton?
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 Santa Barbara to Stockton?
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 Santa Barbara to Stockton?
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.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to Stockton, CA was searched and found on Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $115To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Santa Barbara to Stockton, CA, as early as possible.
