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Fri20 Jun
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Mon23 Jun
from US$51
Tue24 Jun
from US$42
Wed25 Jun
from US$39
Thu26 Jun
Fri27 Jun

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 23 June at
    Departure city: San Bernardino
    Departure location: San Bernardino Bus Station
    Arrival time: 23 June at
    Destination city: Santa Barbara
    Destination location: Santa Barbara Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 23 June at
    Departure city: San Bernardino
    Departure location: San Bernardino Downtown
    Arrival time: 23 June at
    Destination city: Santa Barbara
    Destination location: Santa Barbara Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Bernardino to Santa Barbara

Bus
Average priceUS$42 - US$52Average duration5h 30m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$61 - US$78Average duration6h 13m
20kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from San Bernardino to Santa Barbara

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Santa Barbara. The journey takes about 5 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just US$42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
5h 30mAverage duration
US$42Cheapest ticket
6kgCO₂ emissions

Bus San Bernardino to Santa Barbara: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$51
Average bus trip duration5h 30m
Number of daily buses2.3333333333333335
Earliest bus departure04:05
Distance139 miles
Latest bus departure08:05

San Bernardino to Santa Barbara Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from San Bernardino to Santa Barbara, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip San Bernardino - Santa Barbara

  1. What's the distance between San Bernardino and Santa Barbara by coach?

    The distance between San Bernardino and Santa Barbara by coach is approximately 139 miles (225 km).

  2. How can I get from San Bernardino to Santa Barbara without driving?

    You can travel to Santa Barbara from San Bernardino by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Bernardino to Santa Barbara was searched and found on 23 Jun 2025 with a price of US$44

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from San Bernardino to Santa Barbara as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$44 to US$44 for a bus ticket from San Bernardino to Santa Barbara based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$44, which is on 2025-06-23.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between San Bernardino and Santa Barbara!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from San Bernardino to Santa Barbara, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from San Bernardino to Santa Barbara that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from San Bernardino to Santa Barbara, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

What's the cheapest way to go from San Bernardino to Santa Barbara?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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