How much is the bus ticket from Sacramento to Santa Barbara?

The cheapest bus tickets from Sacramento to Santa Barbara start from $50. The average price for this route is around $92. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

The average bus trip duration from Sacramento to Santa Barbara is 13h 45m, covering a distance of 306 miles (493 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 25m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Sacramento to Santa Barbara route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , Greyhound , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Sacramento to Santa Barbara?

The earliest bus departs from Sacramento to Santa Barbara at 9:55pm. And the latest bus departs at 9:55pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sacramento to Santa Barbara?

A bus trip from Sacramento to Santa Barbara generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Sacramento 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 5597 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Sacramento 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 has the most timely service from Sacramento to Santa Barbara?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Sacramento 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.

Bus Sacramento to Santa Barbara from $81 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Sacramento to Santa Barbara on November 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus		9:55pm	Greyhound Sacramento Station	15h 40m	1:35pm	Santa Barbara (University of California), CA	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Sacramento to Santa Barbara on November 28
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	9:50am	Sacramento Valley Station	9h 40m	7:30pm	Train Station	Cheapest
	10:05am	Sacramento Valley Station	9h 25m	7:30pm	Train Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	9:55pm	Greyhound Sacramento Station	15h 40m	1:35pm	Santa Barbara (University of California), CA	No tags
	9:50am	Sacramento Valley Station	10h 5m	7:55pm	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
	10:05am	Sacramento Valley Station	9h 50m	7:55pm	UC Santa Barbara	No tags

Next departures for Sacramento to Santa Barbara on November 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus		9:55pm	Greyhound Sacramento Station	13h 45m	11:40am	Santa Barbara Station	CheapestFastest

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Compare 2 ways to go from Sacramento to Santa Barbara

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Santa Barbara. The journey takes about 11 hours 24 minutes and with fares starting at just $69, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

11h 24mAverage Duration

305 milesDistance

45kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$50 - $189	Average Duration13h 45m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$69 - $448	Average Duration11h 24m	CO₂ emissions 45kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Sacramento and Santa Barbara?

Stops in Sacramento

A
Greyhound Sacramento Station
420 Richards Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95811, USA
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B
Old Sacramento
961 2nd St, Sacramento, CA 95814, USA
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C
Fruitridge Rd
3330 Fruitridge Rd, Sacramento, CA 95820, USA
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Stops in Santa Barbara

A
Train Station
224 Chapala St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
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Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,608 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,402 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

FlixBus

3.5/511,456 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Sacramento, US to Santa Barbara by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Sacramento to Santa Barbara?
The cheapest bus tickets from Sacramento to Santa Barbara start from $50. The average price for this route is around $92. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Sacramento to Santa Barbara?
The average bus trip duration from Sacramento to Santa Barbara is 13h 45m, covering a distance of 306 miles (493 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 25m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Sacramento to Santa Barbara route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Sacramento to Santa Barbara?
The earliest bus departs from Sacramento to Santa Barbara at 9:55pm. And the latest bus departs at 9:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sacramento to Santa Barbara?
A bus trip from Sacramento to Santa Barbara generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Sacramento 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 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Sacramento 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 has the most timely service from Sacramento to Santa Barbara?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Sacramento 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.

Best price found

11/25

$93

11/26

$93

Today

$81

11/28

$93

11/29

$85

11/30

$93

12/01

$81

12/02

$81

The cheapest trip from Sacramento, US to Santa Barbara was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $81

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

You can expect to pay from $81 to $93 for a bus ticket from Sacramento, US to Santa Barbara based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $81 which is on 2025-12-01.