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

The cheapest bus tickets from Santa Barbara to Anaheim start from $42. The average price for this route is around $46. 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 Santa Barbara to Anaheim?

The average bus trip duration from Santa Barbara to Anaheim is 5h 20m, covering a distance of 112 miles (181 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 39m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Santa Barbara to Anaheim route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Santa Barbara to Anaheim at 9:15pm. And the latest bus departs at 9:55pm.

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

A bus trip from Santa Barbara to Anaheim generates an estimated 5 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 Santa Barbara to Anaheim?

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 Santa Barbara to Anaheim?

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 Santa Barbara to Anaheim?

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 Santa Barbara to Anaheim?

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 Santa Barbara to Anaheim from $39 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Santa Barbara to Anaheim on December 1
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:40pm	UC Santa Barbara	5h 35m	3:15am	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	Cheapest
6:00am	UC Santa Barbara	4h 39m	10:39am	Fullerton Station	Fastest
6:00am	UC Santa Barbara	4h 48m	10:48am	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	No tags
6:00am	UC Santa Barbara	4h 48m	10:48am	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	No tags
12:40pm	UC Santa Barbara	5h 8m	5:48pm	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	No tags

Next departures for Santa Barbara to Anaheim on December 2
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:40pm	UC Santa Barbara	5h 35m	3:15am	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	Cheapest
6:00am	UC Santa Barbara	4h 39m	10:39am	Fullerton Station	Fastest
6:00am	UC Santa Barbara	4h 48m	10:48am	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	No tags
6:00am	UC Santa Barbara	4h 48m	10:48am	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	No tags
12:40pm	UC Santa Barbara	5h 8m	5:48pm	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	No tags

Next departures for Santa Barbara to Anaheim on December 3
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:40pm	UC Santa Barbara	5h 35m	3:15am	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	Cheapest
6:00am	UC Santa Barbara	4h 39m	10:39am	Fullerton Station	Fastest
6:00am	UC Santa Barbara	4h 48m	10:48am	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	No tags
6:00am	UC Santa Barbara	4h 48m	10:48am	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	No tags
12:40pm	UC Santa Barbara	5h 8m	5:48pm	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	No tags

Next departures for Santa Barbara to Anaheim on December 4
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:40pm	UC Santa Barbara	5h 35m	3:15am	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	Cheapest
6:00am	UC Santa Barbara	4h 39m	10:39am	Fullerton Station	Fastest
6:00am	UC Santa Barbara	4h 48m	10:48am	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	No tags
6:00am	UC Santa Barbara	4h 48m	10:48am	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	No tags
12:40pm	UC Santa Barbara	5h 8m	5:48pm	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Santa Barbara to Anaheim

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Anaheim. The journey takes about 4 hours 3 minutes and with fares starting at just $39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14train per day

4h 3mAverage Duration

108 milesDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$42 - $59	Average Duration5h 20m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$39 - $108	Average Duration4h 3m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Santa Barbara and Anaheim?

Stops in Santa Barbara

A
Train Station
224 Chapala St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
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Stops in Anaheim

A
Marriott Anaheim Theme Park
1420 S Harbor Blvd, Anaheim, CA 92802, USA
B
Intermodal Center
2626 E Katella Ave, Anaheim, CA 92806

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,615 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,476 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 Santa Barbara to Anaheim 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 Santa Barbara to Anaheim?
The cheapest bus tickets from Santa Barbara to Anaheim start from $42. The average price for this route is around $46. 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 Santa Barbara to Anaheim?
The average bus trip duration from Santa Barbara to Anaheim is 5h 20m, covering a distance of 112 miles (181 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 39m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Santa Barbara to Anaheim route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Santa Barbara to Anaheim?
The earliest bus departs from Santa Barbara to Anaheim at 9:15pm. And the latest bus departs at 9:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santa Barbara to Anaheim?
A bus trip from Santa Barbara to Anaheim generates an estimated 5 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 Santa Barbara to Anaheim?
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 Santa Barbara to Anaheim?
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 Santa Barbara to Anaheim?
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 Santa Barbara to Anaheim?
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

11/27

$43

11/28

$43

Today

$43

11/30

$43

12/01

$39

12/02

$39

12/03

$39

12/04

$39

The cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to Anaheim was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $39

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 $39 to $62 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 $39 which is on 2025-12-01.