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

The bus ticket price from Santa Barbara to Ventura starts at R 354. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Santa Barbara to Ventura 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 Ventura?

The average travel time between Santa Barbara and Ventura is around 1h 9m, although the fastest bus will take about 39m. This is the time it takes to travel the 40 km that separates the two cities.

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

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

Which bus companies travel from Santa Barbara to Ventura?

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

Bus Santa Barbara to Ventura from R 318 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Santa Barbara to Ventura on 10 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:55	Train Station	39m	12:34	Harbor Boulevard	CheapestFastest
12:40	UC Santa Barbara	1h 52m	14:32	Harbor Boulevard	No tags
12:40	UC Santa Barbara	1h 52m	14:32	Harbor Boulevard	No tags
15:35	UC Santa Barbara	1h 39m	17:14	Harbor Boulevard	No tags
15:35	UC Santa Barbara	1h 39m	17:14	Harbor Boulevard	No tags

Next departures from Santa Barbara to Ventura on 11 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:55	Train Station	39m	12:34	Harbor Boulevard	CheapestFastest
11:25	UC Santa Barbara	1h 9m	12:34	Harbor Boulevard	No tags
06:00	UC Santa Barbara	1h 37m	07:37	Harbor Boulevard	No tags
06:00	UC Santa Barbara	1h 37m	07:37	Harbor Boulevard	No tags
06:00	UC Santa Barbara	6h 34m	12:34	Harbor Boulevard	No tags

Next departures from Santa Barbara to Ventura on 12 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:55	Train Station	39m	12:34	Harbor Boulevard	CheapestFastest
11:25	UC Santa Barbara	1h 9m	12:34	Harbor Boulevard	No tags
06:00	UC Santa Barbara	1h 37m	07:37	Harbor Boulevard	No tags
06:00	UC Santa Barbara	1h 37m	07:37	Harbor Boulevard	No tags
06:00	UC Santa Barbara	6h 34m	12:34	Harbor Boulevard	No tags

Next departures from Santa Barbara to Ventura on 13 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:55	Train Station	39m	12:34	Harbor Boulevard	CheapestFastest
11:25	UC Santa Barbara	1h 9m	12:34	Harbor Boulevard	No tags
06:00	UC Santa Barbara	1h 37m	07:37	Harbor Boulevard	No tags
06:00	UC Santa Barbara	1h 37m	07:37	Harbor Boulevard	No tags
06:00	UC Santa Barbara	6h 34m	12:34	Harbor Boulevard	No tags

Next departures from Santa Barbara to Ventura on 14 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:55	Train Station	39m	12:34	Harbor Boulevard	CheapestFastest
11:25	UC Santa Barbara	1h 9m	12:34	Harbor Boulevard	No tags
06:00	UC Santa Barbara	1h 37m	07:37	Harbor Boulevard	No tags
06:00	UC Santa Barbara	1h 37m	07:37	Harbor Boulevard	No tags
06:00	UC Santa Barbara	6h 34m	12:34	Harbor Boulevard	No tags

Next departures from Santa Barbara to Ventura on 15 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:55	Train Station	39m	12:34	Harbor Boulevard	CheapestFastest
11:25	UC Santa Barbara	1h 9m	12:34	Harbor Boulevard	No tags
06:00	UC Santa Barbara	1h 37m	07:37	Harbor Boulevard	No tags
06:00	UC Santa Barbara	1h 37m	07:37	Harbor Boulevard	No tags
06:00	UC Santa Barbara	6h 34m	12:34	Harbor Boulevard	No tags

Next departures from Santa Barbara to Ventura on 16 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:55	Train Station	39m	12:34	Harbor Boulevard	CheapestFastest
11:25	UC Santa Barbara	1h 9m	12:34	Harbor Boulevard	No tags
06:00	UC Santa Barbara	1h 37m	07:37	Harbor Boulevard	No tags
06:00	UC Santa Barbara	1h 37m	07:37	Harbor Boulevard	No tags
06:00	UC Santa Barbara	6h 34m	12:34	Harbor Boulevard	No tags

Next departures from Santa Barbara to Ventura on 17 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:55	Train Station	39m	12:34	Harbor Boulevard	CheapestFastest
11:25	UC Santa Barbara	1h 9m	12:34	Harbor Boulevard	No tags
06:00	UC Santa Barbara	1h 37m	07:37	Harbor Boulevard	No tags
06:00	UC Santa Barbara	1h 37m	07:37	Harbor Boulevard	No tags
06:00	UC Santa Barbara	6h 34m	12:34	Harbor Boulevard	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:06 AM PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Santa Barbara to Ventura

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Ventura. The journey takes about 1 hour 9 minutes and with fares starting at just R 354, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

1h 9mAverage duration

40 kmDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 354 - R 479	Average duration1h 9m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 336 - R 1 757	Average duration47m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55 574 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5574 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 R 354

Amtrak Santa Barbara Ventura recent customer reviews

Very easy to get ticket, and get in this clean and comfortable ride; I will save it as a souvenir. Thanks : )

Boon L.

7 March 2025

FlixBus

3.5/511 263 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

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

How much does a bus ticket from Santa Barbara to Ventura cost?
The bus ticket price from Santa Barbara to Ventura starts at R 354. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Santa Barbara to Ventura 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 Ventura?
The average travel time between Santa Barbara and Ventura is around 1h 9m, although the fastest bus will take about 39m. This is the time it takes to travel the 40 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Santa Barbara and Ventura?
The number of buses from Santa Barbara to Ventura 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 Ventura by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Santa Barbara to Ventura?
When taking the bus from Santa Barbara to Ventura, 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

08/11

R 318

09/11

R 318

Today

R 318

11/11

R 318

12/11

R 318

13/11

R 318

14/11

R 318

15/11

R 318

The cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to Ventura was searched and found on 08 Nov 2025 with a price of R 318

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 Ventura as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 318 to R 601 for a bus ticket from Santa Barbara to Ventura based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 318, which is on 2025-11-11.

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