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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Sacramento Valley Station | Train Station | Cheapest | |||||
| Sacramento Valley Station | Train Station | Fastest | |||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Greyhound Sacramento Station | Santa Barbara Station | No tags | |||||
| Sacramento Valley Station | UC Santa Barbara | No tags | |||||
| Sacramento Valley Station | UC Santa Barbara | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Sacramento to Santa Barbara
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 £53, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Sacramento and Santa Barbara?
Stops in Sacramento
- A420 Richards Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95811, USA
- B961 2nd St, Sacramento, CA 95814, USA
- C3330 Fruitridge Rd, Sacramento, CA 95820, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Sacramento, US to Santa Barbara
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Sacramento to Santa Barbara?
The cheapest coach tickets from Sacramento to Santa Barbara start from £39. The average price for this route is around £78. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Sacramento to Santa Barbara?
The average bus journey time from Sacramento to Santa Barbara is 13h 45m, covering a distance of 306 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 9h 25m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Sacramento to Santa Barbara route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Sacramento to Santa Barbara?
The earliest bus departs from Sacramento to Santa Barbara at 21:55. And the latest bus departs at 21:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sacramento to Santa Barbara?
A bus journey from Sacramento to Santa Barbara produces an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Sacramento 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 company has the best Wi-Fi from Sacramento to Santa Barbara?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Sacramento 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 Sacramento 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 Sacramento, US to Santa Barbara was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £63To 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 £63 to £63 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 £63, which is on 2025-12-06.
