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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train Station | 475 Linden Ave, Carpinteria, CA | CheapestFastest | |||||
| UC Santa Barbara | 475 Linden Ave, Carpinteria, CA | No tags | |||||
| UC Santa Barbara | 475 Linden Ave, Carpinteria, CA | No tags | |||||
| UC Santa Barbara | 475 Linden Ave, Carpinteria, CA | No tags | |||||
| UC Santa Barbara | 475 Linden Ave, Carpinteria, CA | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Santa Barbara to Carpinteria
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Carpinteria. The journey takes about 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 5715 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 Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £11
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Santa Barbara to Carpinteria
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 Santa Barbara to Carpinteria?
The cheapest coach tickets from Santa Barbara to Carpinteria start from £11. The average price for this route is around £11. 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 Santa Barbara to Carpinteria?
The average bus journey time from Santa Barbara to Carpinteria is 50m, covering a distance of 10 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 20m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Santa Barbara to Carpinteria route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Santa Barbara to Carpinteria?
The earliest bus departs from Santa Barbara to Carpinteria at 06:00. And the latest bus departs at 12:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santa Barbara to Carpinteria?
A bus journey from Santa Barbara to Carpinteria produces an estimated 0 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.
The cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to Carpinteria was searched and found on 10 Jan 2026 with a price of £10To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Santa Barbara to Carpinteria as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £10 to £20 for a bus ticket from Santa Barbara to Carpinteria based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £10, which is on 2026-01-10.
