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

The cheapest bus tickets from Santa Barbara to Sacramento start from $61. The average price for this route is around $118. 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 Sacramento?

The average bus trip duration from Santa Barbara to Sacramento is 17h 45m, covering a distance of 306 miles (493 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 45m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Santa Barbara to Sacramento route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Santa Barbara to Sacramento at 2:45pm. And the latest bus departs at 6:45pm.

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

A bus trip from Santa Barbara to Sacramento generates an estimated 12 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 Sacramento?

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 Sacramento?

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 Sacramento?

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 Sacramento?

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 Sacramento from $50 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Santa Barbara to Sacramento on November 27
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:05pm	Train Station	11h 5m	9:10am	Sacramento Valley Station	Cheapest
10:20pm	UC Santa Barbara	10h 50m	9:10am	Sacramento Valley Station	Fastest
10:05pm	Train Station	12h 7m	10:12am	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
10:05pm	Train Station	12h 7m	10:12am	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
10:05pm	Train Station	13h 5m	11:10am	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags

Next departures for Santa Barbara to Sacramento on November 28
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:55am	Train Station	10h 5m	10:00pm	State Capitol	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	6:45pm	Santa Barbara (University of California), CA	13h 45m	8:30am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags
	11:55am	Train Station	11h 20m	11:15pm	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
	11:55am	Train Station	10h 15m	10:10pm	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
	12:10pm	UC Santa Barbara	11h 5m	11:15pm	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags

Next departures for Santa Barbara to Sacramento on November 29
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:55am	Train Station	10h 5m	10:00pm	State Capitol	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	6:45pm	Santa Barbara (University of California), CA	13h 45m	8:30am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags
	11:55am	Train Station	11h 20m	11:15pm	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
	11:55am	Train Station	10h 15m	10:10pm	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
	11:25am	UC Santa Barbara	10h 45m	10:10pm	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags

Next departures for Santa Barbara to Sacramento on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.		6:45pm	Santa Barbara (University of California), CA	14h 10m	8:55am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Santa Barbara to Sacramento on December 1
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:20pm	UC Santa Barbara	9h 50m	8:10am	Sacramento Valley Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	2:45pm	Santa Barbara Station	17h 45m	8:30am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags
	11:55am	Train Station	10h 15m	10:10pm	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
	7:50am	UC Santa Barbara	10h 6m	5:56pm	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
	10:20pm	UC Santa Barbara	11h 2m	9:22am	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags

Next departures for Santa Barbara to Sacramento on December 2
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:05pm	Train Station	10h 5m	8:10am	Sacramento Valley Station	Cheapest
	10:20pm	UC Santa Barbara	9h 50m	8:10am	Sacramento Valley Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	2:45pm	Santa Barbara Station	17h 45m	8:30am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags
	7:35am	Train Station	10h 21m	5:56pm	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
	10:05pm	Train Station	11h 17m	9:22am	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags

Next departures for Santa Barbara to Sacramento on December 3
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:05pm	Train Station	10h 5m	8:10am	Sacramento Valley Station	Cheapest
	10:20pm	UC Santa Barbara	9h 50m	8:10am	Sacramento Valley Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	2:45pm	Santa Barbara Station	17h 45m	8:30am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags
	7:35am	Train Station	10h 21m	5:56pm	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
	10:05pm	Train Station	11h 17m	9:22am	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Santa Barbara to Sacramento

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Sacramento. The journey takes about 11 hours 28 minutes and with fares starting at just $69, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

11h 28mAverage Duration

305 milesDistance

45kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$61 - $241	Average Duration17h 45m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$69 - $124	Average Duration11h 28m	CO₂ emissions 45kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Santa Barbara and Sacramento?

Stops in Santa Barbara

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

A
Greyhound Sacramento Station
420 Richards Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95811, USA
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B
Old Sacramento
961 2nd St, Sacramento, CA 95814, USA
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C
Fruitridge Rd
3330 Fruitridge Rd, Sacramento, CA 95820, USA
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Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,608 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,456 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 Sacramento, 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 Sacramento?
The cheapest bus tickets from Santa Barbara to Sacramento start from $61. The average price for this route is around $118. 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 Sacramento?
The average bus trip duration from Santa Barbara to Sacramento is 17h 45m, covering a distance of 306 miles (493 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 45m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Santa Barbara to Sacramento route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Santa Barbara to Sacramento?
The earliest bus departs from Santa Barbara to Sacramento at 2:45pm. And the latest bus departs at 6:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santa Barbara to Sacramento?
A bus trip from Santa Barbara to Sacramento generates an estimated 12 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 Sacramento?
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 Sacramento?
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 Sacramento?
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 Sacramento?
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

11/25

$93

11/26

$88

Today

$61

11/28

$88

11/29

$88

11/30

$61

12/01

$61

12/02

$61

The cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to Sacramento, US was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $61

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 Sacramento, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $61 to $248 for a bus ticket from Santa Barbara to Sacramento, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $61 which is on 2025-11-30.