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

The cheapest bus tickets from Santa Barbara to Bakersfield start from $32. The average price for this route is around $32. 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 Bakersfield?

The average bus trip duration from Santa Barbara to Bakersfield is 4h, covering a distance of 82 miles (132 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 25m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Santa Barbara to Bakersfield route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Santa Barbara to Bakersfield at 6:00am. And the latest bus departs at 6:45pm.

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

A bus trip from Santa Barbara to Bakersfield generates an estimated 3 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 Bakersfield?

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 Bakersfield?

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 Bakersfield?

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 Bakersfield?

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 Bakersfield from $29 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Santa Barbara to Bakersfield on December 1
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:55am	Train Station	3h 25m	3:20pm	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
2:45pm	Santa Barbara Station	6h 20m	9:05pm	16th St (Bakersfield)	No tags
11:25am	UC Santa Barbara	3h 55m	3:20pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
10:20pm	UC Santa Barbara	15h 37m	1:57pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Santa Barbara to Bakersfield on December 3
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:55am	Train Station	3h 25m	3:20pm	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
10:05pm	Train Station	15h 52m	1:57pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
11:25am	UC Santa Barbara	3h 55m	3:20pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
6:00am	UC Santa Barbara	9h 20m	3:20pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
10:20pm	UC Santa Barbara	15h 37m	1:57pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:10 AM PST.

Get from Santa Barbara to Bakersfield

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 4 hours and with fares starting at just $32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

4hAverage Duration

82 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Santa Barbara and Bakersfield?

Stops in Santa Barbara

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

A
Tufesa Bus Station
1401 Chamberlain Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93305, USA
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B
Amtrak Station
601 Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93301, USA
C
Latino Travel
2225 Niles Pt. St , 93306 Bakersfield, CA USA
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Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,618 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,487 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 Bakersfield 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 Bakersfield?
The cheapest bus tickets from Santa Barbara to Bakersfield start from $32. The average price for this route is around $32. 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 Bakersfield?
The average bus trip duration from Santa Barbara to Bakersfield is 4h, covering a distance of 82 miles (132 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 25m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Santa Barbara to Bakersfield route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Santa Barbara to Bakersfield?
The earliest bus departs from Santa Barbara to Bakersfield at 6:00am. And the latest bus departs at 6:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santa Barbara to Bakersfield?
A bus trip from Santa Barbara to Bakersfield generates an estimated 3 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 Bakersfield?
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 Bakersfield?
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 Bakersfield?
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 Bakersfield?
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.

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$29

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$29

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The cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to Bakersfield was searched and found on Nov 30, 2025 with a price of $29

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 Bakersfield, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $29 to $125 for a bus ticket from Santa Barbara to Bakersfield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $29 which is on 2025-12-03.