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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Vancouver (Pacific Central Station) | Santa Barbara Station | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Vancouver (Pacific Central Station) | Santa Barbara Station | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Vancouver (Pacific Central Station) | Santa Barbara Station | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | 1150 Station St Bay #2, Ebus Vancouver Stop (Pacific Central Station) | Santa Barbara Station | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | 1150 Station St Bay #2, Ebus Vancouver Stop (Pacific Central Station) | Santa Barbara Station | No tags |
Get from Vancouver to Santa Barbara
The journey takes about 2 days, 9 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $452, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Vancouver and Santa Barbara?
Stops in Vancouver
- A1150 Station St, Vancouver, BC V6A 4C7, Canada
- C1110 Howe St, Vancouver, BC V6Z 1R2, Canada
- D999 Canada Pl, Vancouver, BC V6C 3E1, Canada
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Vancouver Harbour Flight Centre
1055 Canada Pl, Vancouver, BC V6C 3E2, Canada - F
Coal Harbour
510 Nicola St, Vancouver, BC V6G 3E7, Canada
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Vancouver, CA 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 Vancouver to Santa Barbara?
The cheapest bus tickets from Vancouver to Santa Barbara start from $452. The average price for this route is around $518. 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 Vancouver to Santa Barbara?
The average bus travel time from Vancouver to Santa Barbara is 2d 9h, covering a distance of 1674 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 12h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Vancouver to Santa Barbara route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Vancouver to Santa Barbara?
The earliest bus departs from Vancouver to Santa Barbara at 9:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:00am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Vancouver to Santa Barbara?
A bus trip from Vancouver to Santa Barbara generates an estimated 42 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 Vancouver 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 5696 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Vancouver 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 Vancouver 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 Vancouver 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 Vancouver, CA to Santa Barbara was searched and found on Jan 13, 2026 with a price of $247To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Vancouver, CA to Santa Barbara, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $247 to $1,506 for a bus ticket from Vancouver, CA to Santa Barbara based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $324 which is on 2026-01-15.
