Next departures for Santa Barbara to Seattle on November 24
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Santa Barbara (University of California), CA
Greyhound Station
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Santa Barbara Station
Greyhound Station
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Next departures for Santa Barbara to Seattle on November 25
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Santa Barbara Station
Greyhound Station
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Next departures for Santa Barbara to Seattle on November 26
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Train Station
Seattle King Street Station
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Seattle King Street Station
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Santa Barbara Station
Greyhound Station
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UC Santa Barbara
Seattle King Street Station
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Seattle King Street Station
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Next departures for Santa Barbara to Seattle on November 27
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Santa Barbara Station
Greyhound Station
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Train Station
Seattle King Street Station
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UC Santa Barbara
Seattle King Street Station
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Next departures for Santa Barbara to Seattle on November 28
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Santa Barbara (University of California), CA
Greyhound Station
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Train Station
Seattle King Street Station
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UC Santa Barbara
Seattle King Street Station
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Next departures for Santa Barbara to Seattle on November 29
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Santa Barbara (University of California), CA
Greyhound Station
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Train Station
Seattle King Street Station
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UC Santa Barbara
Seattle King Street Station
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Next departures for Santa Barbara to Seattle on November 30
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Santa Barbara (University of California), CA
Greyhound Station
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Train Station
Seattle King Street Station
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Seattle King Street Station
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UC Santa Barbara
Seattle King Street Station
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Seattle King Street Station
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Compare 2 ways to go from Santa Barbara to Seattle
We recommend taking the train
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Seattle. The journey takes about 1 day, 7 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $124, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Based on 5601 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 $185
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 Seattle by bus
How far is Santa Barbara from Seattle?
The distance between the two cities is 921 miles (1485 km).
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Santa Barbara to Seattle?
Most of the buses traveling from Santa Barbara to Seattle leave from Train Station and arrive at Greyhound 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.
What are the best sights and things to do in Seattle?
Once in Seattle, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Woodland Park Zoo, Seattle Aquarium, Space Needle, Pike Place Market and Olympic Sculpture Park.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
11/21
$203
11/22
$317
Today
$317
11/24
$208
11/25
$233
11/26
$329
11/27
$662
11/28
$1,224
The cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to Seattle was searched and found on Nov 21, 2025 with a price of $203
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 Seattle, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $203 to $1,224 for a bus ticket from Santa Barbara to Seattle based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $208 which is on 2025-11-24.