Bus Tickets from Sacramento, US to Santa Barbara

Next departures

Next departures for Sacramento to Santa Barbara on November 10
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
    		Sacramento Valley Station
    		Train StationCheapest
    Amtrak
      		Sacramento Valley Station
      		Train StationFastest
      Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
        		Greyhound Sacramento Station
        		Santa Barbara StationNo tags
        Amtrak
          		Sacramento Valley Station
          		UC Santa BarbaraNo tags
          Amtrak
            		Sacramento Valley Station
            		UC Santa BarbaraNo tags

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            Compare 2 ways to go from Sacramento to Santa Barbara

            We recommend taking the train

            Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Santa Barbara. The journey takes about 11 hours 24 minutes, and with fares starting at just $99, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            1train per day
            11h 24mAverage Duration
            492 kmDistance
            45kgCO₂ emissions
            Bus
            		Average Price$58 - $250Average Duration13h 45m
            12kg CO₂e
            Train
            		Average Price$99 - $160Average Duration11h 24m
            45kg CO₂e

            Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sacramento, US to Santa Barbara by bus

            1. What is the travel distance from Sacramento to Santa Barbara?

              It's about 491 km (304 miles) from Sacramento to Santa Barbara.

            2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Sacramento to Santa Barbara?

              Buses departing from Greyhound Sacramento Station in Sacramento will take you to Train Station in Santa Barbara.

            Find cheapest prices for buses

            Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

            Best price found
            11-07
            $117
            11-08
            $117
            Today
            $134
            11-10
            $134
            11-11
            $126
            11-12
            $134
            11-13
            $117
            11-14
            $117
            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Sacramento, US to Santa Barbara was searched and found on Nov 7, 2025 with a price of $117

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

            You can expect to pay from $117 to $134 for a bus ticket from Sacramento, US to Santa Barbara based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $117 which is on 2025-11-13.

            What's the cheapest way to go from Sacramento, US to Santa Barbara?

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