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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Solana Beach, CA | UC Santa Barbara | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Solana Beach, CA | Train Station | Fastest |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Solana Beach to Santa Barbara
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.
Compare bus companies
Based on 5610 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
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Solana Beach to Santa Barbara
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 Solana Beach to Santa Barbara?
The cheapest coach tickets from Solana Beach to Santa Barbara start from £39. The average price for this route is around £39. 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 Solana Beach to Santa Barbara?
The average bus journey time from Solana Beach to Santa Barbara is 9h 55m, covering a distance of 178 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 9h 40m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Solana Beach to Santa Barbara route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Solana Beach to Santa Barbara?
The earliest bus departs from Solana Beach to Santa Barbara at 21:15. And the latest bus departs at 21:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Solana Beach to Santa Barbara?
A bus journey from Solana Beach to Santa Barbara produces an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Solana Beach to Santa Barbara was searched and found on 25 Nov 2025 with a price of £37To 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.
