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

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

The average bus trip duration from Santa Barbara to Irvine is 6h 10m, covering a distance of 132 miles (213 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 11m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Santa Barbara to Irvine route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.

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

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

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

A bus trip from Santa Barbara to Irvine generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Santa Barbara to Irvine from $39 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Santa Barbara to Irvine on November 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		9:30pm	Train Station	6h 20m	3:50am	Irvine Station	CheapestFastest
		9:15pm	UC Santa Barbara	6h 35m	3:50am	Irvine Station	No tags

Next departures for Santa Barbara to Irvine on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		6:00am	UC Santa Barbara	5h 11m	11:11am	Irvine Station	CheapestFastest
		2:35pm	UC Santa Barbara	6h 36m	9:11pm	Irvine Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:06 PM PST.

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We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Irvine. The journey takes about 6 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

6h 10mAverage Duration

132 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$42 - $46	Average Duration6h 10m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$42 - $110	Average Duration4h 26m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,614 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5614 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $42

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Santa Barbara to Irvine, 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 Irvine?
The cheapest bus tickets from Santa Barbara to Irvine start from $42. The average price for this route is around $42. 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 Irvine?
The average bus trip duration from Santa Barbara to Irvine is 6h 10m, covering a distance of 132 miles (213 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 11m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Santa Barbara to Irvine route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Santa Barbara to Irvine?
The earliest bus departs from Santa Barbara to Irvine at 9:15pm. And the latest bus departs at 9:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santa Barbara to Irvine?
A bus trip from Santa Barbara to Irvine generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

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

$46

11/28

$46

Today

$43

11/30

$46

12/01

$39

12/02

$39

12/03

$39

12/04

$39

The cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to Irvine, US 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 Irvine, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $39 to $65 for a bus ticket from Santa Barbara to Irvine, US 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.