Bus from Santa Barbara to Denver: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Santa Barbara to Denver on December 27
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Train Station
Union StationCheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:52 PM PST.

Get from Santa Barbara to Denver

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 1 hour 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $99, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
1d 1hAverage Duration
887 milesDistance
36kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Santa Barbara to Denver by bus

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Santa Barbara to Denver?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Santa Barbara to Denver start from $99. The average price for this route is around $99. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Santa Barbara to Denver?

    The average bus trip duration from Santa Barbara to Denver is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 887 miles (1430 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 19h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which bus companies service the Santa Barbara to Denver route?

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

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Santa Barbara to Denver?

    The earliest bus departs from Santa Barbara to Denver at 2:45pm. And the latest bus departs at 2:45pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santa Barbara to Denver?

    A bus trip from Santa Barbara to Denver generates an estimated 36 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Santa Barbara to Denver?

    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 5654 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Santa Barbara to Denver?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Santa Barbara to Denver?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Santa Barbara to Denver?

    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.

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