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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | King City | UC Santa Barbara | CheapestFastest | |||||
| King City | Train Station | No tags | |||||
| King City | Train Station | No tags | |||||
| King City | Train Station | No tags |
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Get from King City to Santa Barbara
The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $88, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 5641 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $88
Frequently asked questions about travelling from King City, US to Santa Barbara 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 King City to Santa Barbara?
The cheapest bus tickets from King City to Santa Barbara start from $88. The average price for this route is around $88. 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 King City to Santa Barbara?
The average bus travel time from King City to Santa Barbara is 3h 50m, covering a distance of 239 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 50m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the King City to Santa Barbara route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from King City to Santa Barbara?
The earliest bus departs from King City to Santa Barbara at 5:25pm. And the latest bus departs at 5:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from King City to Santa Barbara?
A bus trip from King City to Santa Barbara generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from King City, US to Santa Barbara was searched and found on Dec 13, 2025 with a price of $84To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from King City, US to Santa Barbara, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $84 to $145 for a bus ticket from King City, US to Santa Barbara based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $84 which is on 2025-12-13.
