How much does a bus ticket from Anaheim to Santa Barbara cost?

The bus ticket price from Anaheim to Santa Barbara starts at R 734. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Anaheim to Santa Barbara is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Anaheim to Santa Barbara?

The average travel time between Anaheim and Santa Barbara is around 7h 50m, although the fastest bus will take about 7h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 177 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Anaheim and Santa Barbara?

The number of buses from Anaheim to Santa Barbara can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Anaheim to Santa Barbara by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Anaheim to Santa Barbara?

When taking the bus from Anaheim to Santa Barbara, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak, FlixBus.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Anaheim to Santa Barbara?

Buses travelling between Anaheim and Santa Barbara leave from Marriott Anaheim Theme Park or Intermodal Center and arrive at Train Station.

Bus Anaheim to Santa Barbara from R 689 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Anaheim 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	23:45	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	8h	07:45	Train Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	23:45	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	8h 15m	08:00	UC Santa Barbara	No tags

Next departures from Anaheim to Santa Barbara on 29 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:45	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	8h	07:45	Train Station	Cheapest
Bus	00:05	Fullerton Station	7h 40m	07:45	Train Station	Fastest
Bus	00:05	Fullerton Station	7h 55m	08:00	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
Bus	23:45	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	8h 15m	08:00	UC Santa Barbara	No tags

Next departures from Anaheim to Santa Barbara on 30 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	00:05	Fullerton Station	7h 40m	07:45	Train Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	00:05	Fullerton Station	7h 55m	08:00	UC Santa Barbara	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Anaheim 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 3 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 679, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11train per day

3h 40mAverage duration

174 kmDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 734 - R 1 026	Average duration7h 50m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 679 - R 1 264	Average duration3h 40m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Anaheim and Santa Barbara?

Stops in Anaheim

A
Marriott Anaheim Theme Park
1420 S Harbor Blvd, Anaheim, CA 92802, USA
B
Intermodal Center
2626 E Katella Ave, Anaheim, CA 92806

Stops in Santa Barbara

A
Train Station
224 Chapala St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
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Amtrak

4/55 607 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511 446 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Anaheim to Santa Barbara by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Anaheim to Santa Barbara cost?
The bus ticket price from Anaheim to Santa Barbara starts at R 734. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Anaheim to Santa Barbara is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Anaheim to Santa Barbara?
The average travel time between Anaheim and Santa Barbara is around 7h 50m, although the fastest bus will take about 7h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 177 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Anaheim and Santa Barbara?
The number of buses from Anaheim to Santa Barbara can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Anaheim to Santa Barbara by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Anaheim to Santa Barbara?
When taking the bus from Anaheim to Santa Barbara, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak, FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Anaheim to Santa Barbara?
Buses travelling between Anaheim and Santa Barbara leave from Marriott Anaheim Theme Park or Intermodal Center and arrive at Train Station.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

23/11

R 689

24/11

R 724

Today

R 971

26/11

R 971

27/11

No data

28/11

R 759

29/11

R 759

30/11

R 971

The cheapest trip from Anaheim to Santa Barbara was searched and found on 23 Nov 2025 with a price of R 689

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

You can expect to pay from R 689 to R 971 for a bus ticket from Anaheim to Santa Barbara based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 759, which is on 2025-11-28.