Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center | Train Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center | Train Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center | UC Santa Barbara | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center | UC Santa Barbara | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center | Train Station | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to go from Santa Clara to Santa Barbara
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Santa Barbara. The journey takes about 3 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Compare bus companies
Based on 5608 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
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Santa Clara, US to Santa Barbara by bus
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Santa Clara, US to Santa Barbara was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $39To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Santa Clara, US to Santa Barbara, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $39 to $41 for a bus ticket from Santa Clara, US to Santa Barbara 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.
