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

The journey from Solana Beach to Santa Barbara by coach covers an approximate distance of 171 miles (276 km).

How can I get from Solana Beach to Santa Barbara without driving?

The best way to go from Solana Beach to Santa Barbara without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Bus Solana Beach to Santa Barbara from £37 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Solana Beach to Santa Barbara on 28 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	21:55	Solana Beach, CA	10h 5m	08:00	UC Santa Barbara	Cheapest
	Bus	21:55	Solana Beach, CA	9h 50m	07:45	Train Station	Fastest

Next departures from Solana Beach to Santa Barbara on 1 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	21:55	Solana Beach, CA	9h 55m	07:50	UC Santa Barbara	Cheapest
	Bus	21:55	Solana Beach, CA	9h 40m	07:35	Train Station	Fastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 20:27 PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Solana Beach to Santa Barbara

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Santa Barbara. The journey takes about 5 hours 16 minutes and with fares starting at just £36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day

5h 16mAverage duration

170 milesDistance

25kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£39 - £39	Average duration9h 55m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£36 - £68	Average duration5h 16m	CO₂ emissions 25kg CO₂e

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Amtrak

4/55,608 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5608 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 £39

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Solana Beach to Santa Barbara

What's the distance between Solana Beach and Santa Barbara by coach?
The journey from Solana Beach to Santa Barbara by coach covers an approximate distance of 171 miles (276 km).
How can I get from Solana Beach to Santa Barbara without driving?
The best way to go from Solana Beach to Santa Barbara without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

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

£37

26/11

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28/11

£37

29/11

£38

30/11

£38

01/12

£37

02/12

£37

The cheapest trip from Solana Beach to Santa Barbara was searched and found on 25 Nov 2025 with a price of £37

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Solana Beach to Santa Barbara as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £37 to £38 for a bus ticket from Solana Beach to Santa Barbara based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £37, which is on 2025-11-28.