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

The cheapest bus tickets from Santa Barbara to Ventura start from $20. The average price for this route is around $20. 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 Ventura?

The average bus trip duration from Santa Barbara to Ventura is 1h 9m, covering a distance of 33 miles (53 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 30m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Santa Barbara to Ventura route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Santa Barbara to Ventura at 6:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55am.

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

A bus trip from Santa Barbara to Ventura generates an estimated 1 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 Ventura?

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 Ventura?

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 Ventura?

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 Ventura?

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 Ventura from $18 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Santa Barbara to Ventura on November 30
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:00am	Train Station	40m	8:40am	Harbor Boulevard	Cheapest
10:55am	Train Station	39m	11:34am	Harbor Boulevard	Fastest
7:30am	UC Santa Barbara	1h 10m	8:40am	Harbor Boulevard	No tags
10:25am	UC Santa Barbara	1h 9m	11:34am	Harbor Boulevard	No tags
6:00am	UC Santa Barbara	1h 37m	7:37am	Harbor Boulevard	No tags

Next departures for Santa Barbara to Ventura on December 1
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:55am	Train Station	39m	12:34pm	Harbor Boulevard	CheapestFastest
11:25am	UC Santa Barbara	1h 9m	12:34pm	Harbor Boulevard	No tags
6:00am	UC Santa Barbara	1h 37m	7:37am	Harbor Boulevard	No tags
6:00am	UC Santa Barbara	1h 37m	7:37am	Harbor Boulevard	No tags
6:00am	UC Santa Barbara	6h 34m	12:34pm	Harbor Boulevard	No tags

Next departures for Santa Barbara to Ventura on December 4
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:55am	Train Station	39m	12:34pm	Harbor Boulevard	CheapestFastest
11:25am	UC Santa Barbara	1h 9m	12:34pm	Harbor Boulevard	No tags
6:00am	UC Santa Barbara	1h 37m	7:37am	Harbor Boulevard	No tags
6:00am	UC Santa Barbara	1h 37m	7:37am	Harbor Boulevard	No tags
6:00am	UC Santa Barbara	6h 34m	12:34pm	Harbor Boulevard	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:34 AM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Santa Barbara to Ventura

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Ventura. The journey takes about 1 hour 9 minutes and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

1h 9mAverage Duration

33 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$20 - $28	Average Duration1h 9m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$19 - $100	Average Duration47m	CO₂ emissions 4kg 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 $20

Amtrak Santa Barbara Ventura recent customer reviews

Very easy to get ticket, and get in this clean and comfortable ride; I will save it as a souvenir. Thanks : )

Boon L.

March 7, 2025

FlixBus

3.5/511,472 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 Ventura 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 Ventura?
The cheapest bus tickets from Santa Barbara to Ventura start from $20. The average price for this route is around $20. 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 Ventura?
The average bus trip duration from Santa Barbara to Ventura is 1h 9m, covering a distance of 33 miles (53 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 30m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Santa Barbara to Ventura route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Santa Barbara to Ventura?
The earliest bus departs from Santa Barbara to Ventura at 6:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santa Barbara to Ventura?
A bus trip from Santa Barbara to Ventura generates an estimated 1 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 Ventura?
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 Ventura?
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 Ventura?
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 Ventura?
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

11/27

$18

11/28

$18

Today

$18

11/30

$18

12/01

$18

12/02

$18

12/03

No data

12/04

$18

The cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to Ventura was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $18

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 Ventura, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $18 to $34 for a bus ticket from Santa Barbara to Ventura based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $18 which is on 2025-11-30.