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

The bus ticket price from Ventura to Santa Barbara starts at R 355. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Ventura 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 Ventura to Santa Barbara?

The average travel time between Ventura and Santa Barbara is around 1h 13m, although the fastest bus will take about 45m. This is the time it takes to travel the 40 km that separates the two cities.

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

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

Which bus companies travel from Ventura to Santa Barbara?

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

Bus Ventura to Santa Barbara from R 320 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Ventura to Santa Barbara on 8 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
18:42	Harbor Boulevard	48m	19:30	Train Station	CheapestFastest
18:42	Harbor Boulevard	1h 13m	19:55	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
18:42	Harbor Boulevard	3h 38m	22:20	UC Santa Barbara	No tags

Next departures from Ventura to Santa Barbara on 9 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
18:42	Harbor Boulevard	48m	19:30	Train Station	CheapestFastest
18:42	Harbor Boulevard	1h 13m	19:55	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
18:42	Harbor Boulevard	3h 38m	22:20	UC Santa Barbara	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:12 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Ventura 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 44 minutes and with fares starting at just R 337, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

44mAverage duration

40 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 355 - R 481	Average duration1h 13m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 337 - R 518	Average duration44m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55 570 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5570 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 355

Amtrak Ventura Santa Barbara recent customer reviews

I had a reservation from Ventura to Santa Barbara on Amtrak. I was the only person waiting at the station at night in an isolated area for almost 3 hours. No alert came from Amtrak and when the train finally came no explanation for the delay. I was at the point of leaving but no clue where I could go to get help. It should have been handled with a text or a bulletin on the reader board.

Susan B.

7 October 2023

FlixBus

3.5/511 227 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 Ventura to Santa Barbara by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Ventura to Santa Barbara cost?
The bus ticket price from Ventura to Santa Barbara starts at R 355. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Ventura 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 Ventura to Santa Barbara?
The average travel time between Ventura and Santa Barbara is around 1h 13m, although the fastest bus will take about 45m. This is the time it takes to travel the 40 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Ventura and Santa Barbara?
The number of buses from Ventura 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 Ventura to Santa Barbara by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Ventura to Santa Barbara?
When taking the bus from Ventura to Santa Barbara, 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

06/11

R 320

07/11

R 320

Today

R 320

09/11

R 320

10/11

R 320

11/11

R 320

12/11

R 320

13/11

R 320

The cheapest trip from Ventura to Santa Barbara was searched and found on 06 Nov 2025 with a price of R 320

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

You can expect to pay from R 320 to R 444 for a bus ticket from Ventura to Santa Barbara based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 320, which is on 2025-11-09.

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