- Santa Barbara to Chicago buses
Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Santa Barbara Station | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Santa Barbara Station | 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Santa Barbara Station | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Santa Barbara Station | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Santa Barbara Station | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to travel from Santa Barbara to Chicago
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.
Where are the popular stops in Santa Barbara and Chicago?
Stops in Chicago
- A630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
- 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
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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.
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.







