Bus Tickets from Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano

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Next departures to San Juan Capistrano

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: June 10 at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: Train Station
    Arrival time: June 11 at
    Destination city: San Juan Capistrano
    Destination location: San Juan Capistrano, CA
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: June 10 at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: UC Santa Barbara
    Arrival time: June 10 at
    Destination city: San Juan Capistrano
    Destination location: San Juan Capistrano, CA
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 10 at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: UC Santa Barbara
    Arrival time: June 11 at
    Destination city: San Juan Capistrano
    Destination location: San Juan Capistrano, CA
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 10 at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: UC Santa Barbara
    Arrival time: June 10 at
    Destination city: San Juan Capistrano
    Destination location: San Juan Capistrano, CA
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 10 at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: UC Santa Barbara
    Arrival time: June 10 at
    Destination city: San Juan Capistrano
    Destination location: San Juan Capistrano, CA
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano

Bus
Average PriceUS$42 - US$44Average Duration4h 54m
5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$42 - US$112Average Duration4h 39m
19kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Juan Capistrano. The journey takes about 4 hours 54 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
4h 54mAverage Duration
US$42Cheapest ticket
5kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$42
Average Bus Trip Duration4h 54m
Number of daily buses4
Earliest bus departure8:40am
Distance213 km
Latest bus departure9:30pm

Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano Bus

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We make sure you can find a bus service from Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to San Juan Capistrano from Santa Barbara, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Santa Barbara - San Juan Capistrano

  1. How long is the bus ride from Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano?

    The trip from Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano will take on average 4h 54m. The fastest bus on this trip will get to San Juan Capistrano in 4h 44m

  2. How far is Santa Barbara from San Juan Capistrano?

    The distance between Santa Barbara and San Juan Capistrano is approximately 214 km (133 miles).

  3. How much does it cost to take the bus from Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano?

    You can expect to pay around US$42 for the bus ride from Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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US$41
06-09
US$41
06-10
US$41
06-11
US$41
06-12
US$41
06-13
US$46
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano was searched and found on Jun 8, 2025 with a price of US$41

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 San Juan Capistrano, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$41 to US$66 for a bus ticket from Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$41 which is on 2025-06-09.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano, get comfy and count the stars.

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 San Juan Capistrano.

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

Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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 San Juan Capistrano?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Santa Barbara by bus?

Bus from Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano

You can also go to San Juan Capistrano by train

Train from Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano

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