Bus from Santa Barbara to Houston, US: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Santa Barbara to Houston on 1 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Santa Barbara Station
Downtown Gray & SmithNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Santa Barbara Station
Houston Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
Santa Barbara Station
N. Houston Love's Travel StopNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound + Valley Transit
Bus
Santa Barbara Station
Hillcroft Ave & Southwest FreewayNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Santa Barbara Station
Houston Uptown/Upper KirbyNo tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Santa Barbara to Houston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Houston. The journey takes about 1 day, 19 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £169, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
1d 19hAverage duration
1472 milesDistance
59kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£169 - £259Average duration1d 19h
59kg CO₂e
Average price£247 - £247Average duration1d 19h
213kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Santa Barbara to Houston, US

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Santa Barbara to Houston?

    The cheapest coach tickets from Santa Barbara to Houston start from £169. The average price for this route is around £220. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Santa Barbara to Houston?

    The average bus journey time from Santa Barbara to Houston is 1d 19h, covering a distance of 1472 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1d 15h and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Santa Barbara to Houston route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Santa Barbara to Houston?

    The earliest bus departs from Santa Barbara to Houston at 14:45. And the latest bus departs at 14:45.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santa Barbara to Houston?

    A bus journey from Santa Barbara to Houston produces an estimated 59 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which is the best bus company from Santa Barbara to Houston?

    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 5654 reviews.

  7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Santa Barbara to Houston?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Santa Barbara to Houston?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Santa Barbara to Houston?

    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.

What's the cheapest way to go from Santa Barbara to Houston, US?

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