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

The bus ticket price from Santa Barbara to Anaheim starts at R 729. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Santa Barbara to Anaheim 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 Santa Barbara to Anaheim?

The average travel time between Santa Barbara and Anaheim is around 5h 20m, although the fastest bus will take about 5h 5m. This is the time it takes to travel the 177 km that separates the two cities.

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

The number of buses from Santa Barbara to Anaheim 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 Santa Barbara to Anaheim by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Santa Barbara to Anaheim?

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

Bus Santa Barbara to Anaheim from R 684 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Santa Barbara to Anaheim on 13 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
21:40	UC Santa Barbara	5h 35m	03:15	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	Cheapest
06:00	UC Santa Barbara	4h 39m	10:39	Fullerton Station	Fastest
06:00	UC Santa Barbara	4h 48m	10:48	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	No tags
06:00	UC Santa Barbara	4h 48m	10:48	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	No tags
12:40	UC Santa Barbara	5h 8m	17:48	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	No tags
12:40	UC Santa Barbara	5h 8m	17:48	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	No tags
15:35	UC Santa Barbara	5h 13m	20:48	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	No tags
15:35	UC Santa Barbara	5h 13m	20:48	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	No tags

Next departures from Santa Barbara to Anaheim on 14 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
21:40	UC Santa Barbara	5h 35m	03:15	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	Cheapest
06:00	UC Santa Barbara	4h 39m	10:39	Fullerton Station	Fastest
06:00	UC Santa Barbara	4h 48m	10:48	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	No tags
06:00	UC Santa Barbara	4h 48m	10:48	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	No tags
12:40	UC Santa Barbara	5h 8m	17:48	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	No tags
12:40	UC Santa Barbara	5h 8m	17:48	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	No tags
15:35	UC Santa Barbara	5h 13m	20:48	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	No tags
15:35	UC Santa Barbara	5h 13m	20:48	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	No tags

Next departures from Santa Barbara to Anaheim on 15 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
21:15	UC Santa Barbara	6h	03:15	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	Cheapest
06:00	UC Santa Barbara	4h 39m	10:39	Fullerton Station	Fastest
06:00	UC Santa Barbara	4h 48m	10:48	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	No tags
06:00	UC Santa Barbara	4h 48m	10:48	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	No tags
12:40	UC Santa Barbara	5h 8m	17:48	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	No tags
12:40	UC Santa Barbara	5h 8m	17:48	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	No tags
15:35	UC Santa Barbara	5h 13m	20:48	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	No tags
15:35	UC Santa Barbara	5h 13m	20:48	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	No tags

Next departures from Santa Barbara to Anaheim on 16 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
21:15	UC Santa Barbara	6h	03:15	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	Cheapest
06:00	UC Santa Barbara	4h 39m	10:39	Fullerton Station	Fastest
06:00	UC Santa Barbara	4h 48m	10:48	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	No tags
06:00	UC Santa Barbara	4h 48m	10:48	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	No tags
12:40	UC Santa Barbara	5h 8m	17:48	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	No tags
12:40	UC Santa Barbara	5h 8m	17:48	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	No tags
15:35	UC Santa Barbara	5h 13m	20:48	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	No tags
15:35	UC Santa Barbara	5h 13m	20:48	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Santa Barbara to Anaheim

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Anaheim. The journey takes about 4 hours 3 minutes and with fares starting at just R 674, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13train per day

4h 3mAverage duration

174 kmDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 729 - R 1 019	Average duration5h 20m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 674 - R 1 817	Average duration4h 3m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55 582 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511 291 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Santa Barbara and Anaheim?

Stops in Santa Barbara

A - Train Station

Stops in Anaheim

A - Marriott Anaheim Theme Park

B - Intermodal Center

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

How much does a bus ticket from Santa Barbara to Anaheim cost?
The bus ticket price from Santa Barbara to Anaheim starts at R 729. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Santa Barbara to Anaheim 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 Santa Barbara to Anaheim?
The average travel time between Santa Barbara and Anaheim is around 5h 20m, although the fastest bus will take about 5h 5m. This is the time it takes to travel the 177 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Santa Barbara and Anaheim?
The number of buses from Santa Barbara to Anaheim 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 Santa Barbara to Anaheim by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Santa Barbara to Anaheim?
When taking the bus from Santa Barbara to Anaheim, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak, FlixBus.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

10/11

R 719

11/11

R 754

Today

R 684

13/11

R 684

14/11

R 684

15/11

R 684

16/11

R 684

17/11

R 684

The cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to Anaheim was searched and found on 12 Nov 2025 with a price of R 684

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 Anaheim as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 684 to R 1 087 for a bus ticket from Santa Barbara to Anaheim based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 684, which is on 2025-11-13.