Next departures for Santa Barbara to Sacramento on November 25
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Santa Barbara Station
Greyhound Sacramento Station
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Next departures for Santa Barbara to Sacramento on November 26
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Train Station
State Capitol
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Santa Barbara Station
Greyhound Sacramento Station
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Train Station
Sacramento Valley Station
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UC Santa Barbara
Sacramento Valley Station
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Next departures for Santa Barbara to Sacramento on November 29
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Train Station
State Capitol
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Santa Barbara (University of California), CA
Greyhound Sacramento Station
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Sacramento Valley Station
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UC Santa Barbara
Sacramento Valley Station
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Next departures for Santa Barbara to Sacramento on November 30
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Santa Barbara (University of California), CA
Greyhound Sacramento Station
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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.
Based on 5607 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 $65
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.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Santa Barbara to Sacramento, US by bus
How far is Santa Barbara from Sacramento?
The distance between the two cities is 304 miles (491 km).
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Santa Barbara to Sacramento?
Most of the buses traveling from Santa Barbara to Sacramento leave from Train Station and arrive at Greyhound Sacramento Station. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
11/22
$78
11/23
$78
Today
$83
11/25
$93
11/26
$88
11/27
$61
11/28
$61
11/29
$88
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 2025-11-27.
The cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to Sacramento, US was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $61
