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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Amtrak Station | UC Santa Barbara | Cheapest | |||||
| Amtrak Station | Train Station | Fastest | |||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | 16th St (Bakersfield) | Santa Barbara Station | No tags | |||||
| Amtrak Station | UC Santa Barbara | No tags | |||||
| Amtrak Station | Train Station | No tags |
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Get from Bakersfield to Santa Barbara
The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 524, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Bakersfield and Santa Barbara?
Stops in Bakersfield
- A1401 Chamberlain Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93305, USA
- B
Amtrak Station
601 Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93301, USA - C
Latino Travel
2225 Niles Pt. St , 93306 Bakersfield, CA USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bakersfield to Santa Barbara by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Bakersfield to Santa Barbara?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bakersfield to Santa Barbara start at R 524. The average price for this route is around R 524. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Bakersfield to Santa Barbara?
The average bus journey time from Bakersfield to Santa Barbara is 3h 50m, covering a distance of 124 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 25m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Bakersfield to Santa Barbara route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bakersfield to Santa Barbara?
The earliest bus departs from Bakersfield to Santa Barbara at 05:00. And the latest bus departs at 16:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bakersfield to Santa Barbara?
A bus trip from Bakersfield to Santa Barbara produces an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Bakersfield to Santa Barbara?
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 5696 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bakersfield to Santa Barbara?
Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Bakersfield to Santa Barbara?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bakersfield to Santa Barbara?
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.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Bakersfield to Santa Barbara was searched and found on 05 Jan 2026 with a price of R 487To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bakersfield to Santa Barbara as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 487 to R 957 for a bus ticket from Bakersfield to Santa Barbara based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 487, which is on 2026-01-07.
