How much is the bus ticket from Los Angeles to Goleta?

The cheapest coach tickets from Los Angeles to Goleta start from £56. The average price for this route is around £56. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Los Angeles to Goleta?

The average bus journey time from Los Angeles to Goleta is 3h 15m, covering a distance of 88 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2h 45m and is operated by Santa Barbara Airbus .

Which bus companies service the Los Angeles to Goleta route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Los Angeles to Goleta?

The earliest bus departs from Los Angeles to Goleta at 08:00. And the latest bus departs at 22:00.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Los Angeles to Goleta?

A bus journey from Los Angeles to Goleta produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus Los Angeles to Goleta from £54 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Los Angeles to Goleta on 30 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:00	LAX Airport	2h 45m	10:45	Goleta	CheapestFastest
Bus	10:30	LAX Airport	2h 45m	13:15	Goleta	No tags
Bus	14:00	LAX Airport	2h 45m	16:45	Goleta	No tags
Bus	15:30	LAX Airport	3h 15m	18:45	Goleta	No tags
Bus	17:30	LAX Airport	3h 15m	20:45	Goleta	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Goleta on 3 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:00	LAX Airport	2h 45m	10:45	Goleta	CheapestFastest
Bus	10:30	LAX Airport	2h 45m	13:15	Goleta	No tags
Bus	12:30	LAX Airport	2h 45m	15:15	Goleta	No tags
Bus	14:00	LAX Airport	2h 45m	16:45	Goleta	No tags
Bus	15:30	LAX Airport	3h 15m	18:45	Goleta	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Los Angeles to Goleta

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Goleta. The journey takes about 2 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10train per day

2h 50mAverage duration

76 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£56 - £56	Average duration3h 15m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£24 - £104	Average duration2h 50m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Los Angeles and Goleta?

Stops in Los Angeles

A
Los Angeles International Airport
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B
UCLA
571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
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C
Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA
D
613 Maple Ave
613 Maple Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90014, USA
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E
Downtown Westin Bonaventure
404 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90071, USA
F
LAX Airport Holiday Inn
9901 S La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045, USA

Stops in Goleta

A
UC Santa Barbara
18 Ocean Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93117, USA

Compare bus companies

Santa Barbara Airbus

4/51 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Based on 1 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the ticket access. Santa Barbara Airbus ticket prices on this trip start at £56

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Los Angeles, US to Goleta

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from Los Angeles to Goleta?
The cheapest coach tickets from Los Angeles to Goleta start from £56. The average price for this route is around £56. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Los Angeles to Goleta?
The average bus journey time from Los Angeles to Goleta is 3h 15m, covering a distance of 88 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2h 45m and is operated by Santa Barbara Airbus.
Which bus companies service the Los Angeles to Goleta route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Los Angeles to Goleta?
The earliest bus departs from Los Angeles to Goleta at 08:00. And the latest bus departs at 22:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Los Angeles to Goleta?
A bus journey from Los Angeles to Goleta produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice 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.

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28/11

£54

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£54

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£54

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£54

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£54

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The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Goleta was searched and found on 28 Nov 2025 with a price of £54

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Los Angeles, US to Goleta as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £54 to £54 for a bus ticket from Los Angeles, US to Goleta based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £54, which is on 2025-11-30.