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

The cheapest bus tickets from Santa Barbara to Houston start from $222. The average price for this route is around $288. 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 Houston?

The average bus trip duration from Santa Barbara to Houston is 1d 19h, covering a distance of 1472 miles (2373 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 15h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Santa Barbara to Houston 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 Houston?

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

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

A bus trip from Santa Barbara to Houston generates an estimated 59 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 Houston?

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.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Santa Barbara to Houston?

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 Houston?

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 Houston?

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 Houston from $413 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Santa Barbara to Houston on January 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	6:25pm	Santa Barbara Station	1d 15h	12:00pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	6:25pm	Santa Barbara Station	2d 2h	10:25pm	Houston Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	6:25pm	Santa Barbara Station	1d 15h	11:45am	N. Houston Love's Travel Stop	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound + Valley Transit	Bus	6:25pm	Santa Barbara Station	2d 7h	3:45am	Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	6:25pm	Santa Barbara Station	1d 19h	3:50pm	Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Santa Barbara to Houston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Houston. The journey takes about 1 day, 19 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $222, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

1d 19hAverage Duration

1472 milesDistance

59kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$222 - $340	Average Duration1d 19h	CO₂ emissions 59kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$324 - $324	Average Duration1d 19h	CO₂ emissions 213kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Santa Barbara and Houston?

Stops in Santa Barbara

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

A
Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
6590 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77074, USA
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B
Downtown Greyhound Station
2121 Main St, Houston, TX 77002
C
Harrisburg Greyhound Station
7000 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
D
Harrisburg Senda Station
7011 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
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E
Clay St & Louisiana St
600-698 Clay St, Houston, TX 77002, USA
F
Lockwood Dr & Harvey Wilson Dr
820 Lockwood Dr, Houston, TX 77002, USA

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,690 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,837 reviews

Staff4.1

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, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Santa Barbara to Houston, US 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 Houston?
The cheapest bus tickets from Santa Barbara to Houston start from $222. The average price for this route is around $288. 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 Houston?
The average bus trip duration from Santa Barbara to Houston is 1d 19h, covering a distance of 1472 miles (2373 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 15h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Santa Barbara to Houston 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 Houston?
The earliest bus departs from Santa Barbara to Houston at 2:45pm. And the latest bus departs at 2:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santa Barbara to Houston?
A bus trip from Santa Barbara to Houston generates an estimated 59 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 Houston?
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.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Santa Barbara to Houston?
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 Houston?
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 Houston?
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.