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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Redding Station | Train Station | Cheapest | |||||
| Redding Station | UC Santa Barbara | Fastest |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Redding to Santa Barbara
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Santa Barbara. The journey takes about 15 hours 41 minutes, and with fares starting at just $136, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Redding 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 Redding to Santa Barbara?
The cheapest bus tickets from Redding to Santa Barbara start from $185. The average price for this route is around $185. 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 Redding to Santa Barbara?
The average bus travel time from Redding to Santa Barbara is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 727 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 10m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Redding to Santa Barbara route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Redding to Santa Barbara?
The earliest bus departs from Redding to Santa Barbara at 11:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Redding to Santa Barbara?
A bus trip from Redding to Santa Barbara generates an estimated 18 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Redding to Santa Barbara?
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 Redding to Santa Barbara?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Redding to Santa Barbara?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Redding to Santa Barbara?
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.
The cheapest trip from Redding to Santa Barbara was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $125To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Redding to Santa Barbara, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $125 to $134 for a bus ticket from Redding to Santa Barbara based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $125 which is on 2025-12-02.
