Next departures from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles on 30 November
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Santa Barbara (University of California), CA
Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood
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Santa Barbara (University of California), CA
Los Angeles Union Station
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Santa Barbara (University of California), CA
Los Angeles (Americanstar)
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Train Station
Union Station
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UC Santa Barbara
UCLA
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Next departures from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles on 1 December
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Santa Barbara Station
Los Angeles Union Station
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Train Station
UCLA
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Train Station
Union Station
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Santa Barbara Station
Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood
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La Cumbre Plaza
LAX Airport
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Next departures from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles on 2 December
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Santa Barbara Station
Los Angeles Union Station
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Train Station
UCLA
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Train Station
Union Station
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La Cumbre Plaza
LAX Airport
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UC Santa Barbara
UCLA
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Next departures from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles on 3 December
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Santa Barbara Station
Los Angeles Union Station
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Train Station
UCLA
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Train Station
Union Station
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Santa Barbara Station
Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood
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La Cumbre Plaza
LAX Airport
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Next departures from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles on 4 December
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Santa Barbara Station
Los Angeles Union Station
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Train Station
UCLA
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Train Station
Union Station
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Santa Barbara Station
Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood
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La Cumbre Plaza
LAX Airport
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Next departures from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles on 5 December
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Train Station
Union Station
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Train Station
UCLA
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UC Santa Barbara
UCLA
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La Cumbre Plaza
LAX Airport
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UC Santa Barbara
Union Station
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Next departures from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles on 6 December
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Train Station
Union Station
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Train Station
UCLA
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UC Santa Barbara
UCLA
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La Cumbre Plaza
LAX Airport
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UC Santa Barbara
Union Station
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Next departures from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles on 7 December
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Train Station
Union Station
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Train Station
UCLA
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UC Santa Barbara
UCLA
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La Cumbre Plaza
LAX Airport
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UC Santa Barbara
Union Station
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles
We recommend taking the train
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 2 hours 53 minutes and with fares starting at just £20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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 £52
Users have shared positive experiences with Amtrak, highlighting the opportunity to enjoy beautiful landscapes during their train journeys. Additionally, passengers appreciated being able to accomplish some work while traveling comfortably by train.
Amtrak Santa Barbara Los Angeles recent customer reviews
The trip by train allowed me to see the landscape, which was beautiful. Hard to do while driving. Also could get a little work done, which was appreciated.
Based on 11480 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £17
FlixBus Santa Barbara Los Angeles recent customer reviews
I enjoyed the helpfulness of my driver and the efficiency of the ride. I didn’t enjoy being seated behind the enormous unit behind the driver.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles, US
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 Los Angeles?
The cheapest coach tickets from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles start from £17. The average price for this route is around £32. 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 Los Angeles?
The average bus journey time from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles is 2h 40m, covering a distance of 96 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Santa Barbara to Los Angeles route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Santa Barbara Airbus, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles?
The earliest bus departs from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles at 03:50. And the latest bus departs at 21:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles?
A bus journey from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles?
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 5597 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Santa Barbara Airbus, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Santa Barbara Airbus, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
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
£28
29/11
£25
Today
£26
01/12
£16
02/12
£14
03/12
£13
04/12
£20
05/12
£26
The cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £13
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 Los Angeles, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £13 to £51 for a bus ticket from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £13, which is on 2025-12-03.
Usually Santa Barbara Airbus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.