Bus Tickets from Santa Barbara to Houston, US

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Next departures to Houston

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: June 12 at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: Santa Barbara Station
    Arrival time: June 15 at
    Destination city: Houston
    Destination location: Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: June 12 at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: Santa Barbara Station
    Arrival time: June 14 at
    Destination city: Houston
    Destination location: Houston Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 12 at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: Train Station
    Arrival time: June 16 at
    Destination city: Houston
    Destination location: Amtrak Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 12 at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: Santa Barbara Station
    Arrival time: June 14 at
    Destination city: Houston
    Destination location: Houston Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 12 at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: Train Station
    Arrival time: June 16 at
    Destination city: Houston
    Destination location: Amtrak Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Santa Barbara to Houston

Average PriceUS$240 - US$374Average Duration2d 7h
59kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Average PriceUS$369 - US$376Average Duration1d 14h
213kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Santa Barbara to Houston

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Houston. The journey takes about 1 day, 14 hours 51 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$369, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
1d 14hAverage Duration
US$369Cheapest ticket
213kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Santa Barbara to Houston: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$318
Average Bus Trip Duration2d 7h
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure1:40pm
Distance2350 km
Latest bus departure6:45pm

Santa Barbara to Houston Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Santa Barbara - Houston, US

  1. How long does it take to get to Houston from Santa Barbara by bus?

    The trip from Santa Barbara to Houston will take on average 2d 7h. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Houston in about 1d 17h.

  2. What is the distance between Santa Barbara and Houston?

    It's about 2347 km (1455 miles) from Santa Barbara to Houston.

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

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Train Station, in Santa Barbara, and end it at Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway, in Houston.

  4. What is the cheapest way to travel from Santa Barbara to Houston?

    The least expensive option to go from Santa Barbara to Houston would be going by bus. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$240, making this your best choice for this trip.

  5. How much is the bus from Santa Barbara to Houston?

    Taking the bus from Santa Barbara to Houston costs on average US$318.

  6. Is it possible to travel by overnight bus from Santa Barbara to Houston?

    Yes! Catch buses leaving from Santa Barbara until 6:45pm and reaching Houston on the following day.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to Houston was searched and found on Jun 12, 2025 with a price of US$554

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

You can expect to pay from US$554 to US$1,822 for a bus ticket from Santa Barbara to Houston based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$554 which is on 2025-06-12.

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 Santa Barbara and Houston!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Santa Barbara to Houston.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Santa Barbara to Houston.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Santa Barbara to Houston.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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

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

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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