What's the distance between Santa Barbara and Chicago by coach?

The distance between Santa Barbara and Chicago by coach is approximately 1802 miles (2907 km).

How can I travel from Santa Barbara to Chicago avoiding air travel?

You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Bus Santa Barbara to Chicago from £157 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Santa Barbara to Chicago on 27 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	18:25	Santa Barbara Station	2d 11h	08:20	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	13:55	Santa Barbara Station	3d 16h	08:05	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	13:55	Santa Barbara Station	3d 2h	18:35	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	18:25	Santa Barbara Station	2d 17h	14:20	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	18:25	Santa Barbara Station	2d 11h	08:20	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Santa Barbara to Chicago

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 2 days, 7 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just £173, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

2d 7hAverage duration

1801 milesDistance

73kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£173 - £348	Average duration2d 7h	CO₂ emissions 73kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£196 - £2,522	Average duration2d 17h	CO₂ emissions 264kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Santa Barbara and Chicago?

Stops in Santa Barbara

A
Train Station
224 Chapala St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
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Stops in Chicago

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
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C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA
D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,608 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,455 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Santa Barbara to Chicago

What's the distance between Santa Barbara and Chicago by coach?
The distance between Santa Barbara and Chicago by coach is approximately 1802 miles (2907 km).
How can I travel from Santa Barbara to Chicago avoiding air travel?
You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

25/11

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26/11

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Today

£372

28/11

£311

29/11

£386

30/11

£386

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The cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to Chicago was searched and found on 28 Nov 2025 with a price of £311

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 Chicago as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £311 to £2,345 for a bus ticket from Santa Barbara to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £311, which is on 2025-11-28.