How much is the bus ticket from Irvine to Santa Barbara?

The cheapest bus tickets from Irvine to Santa Barbara start at R 720. The average price for this route is around R 720. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Irvine to Santa Barbara?

The average bus journey time from Irvine to Santa Barbara is 8h 25m, covering a distance of 200 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 7h 40m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Irvine to Santa Barbara route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Irvine to Santa Barbara?

The earliest bus departs from Irvine to Santa Barbara at 23:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Irvine to Santa Barbara?

A bus trip from Irvine to Santa Barbara produces an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Bus Irvine to Santa Barbara from R 675 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Irvine to Santa Barbara on 15 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	23:55	Irvine Station	7h 55m	07:50	UC Santa Barbara	Cheapest
	Bus	23:55	Irvine Station	7h 40m	07:35	Train Station	Fastest

Next departures from Irvine to Santa Barbara on 16 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	23:55	Irvine Station	7h 55m	07:50	UC Santa Barbara	Cheapest
	Bus	23:55	Irvine Station	7h 40m	07:35	Train Station	Fastest

Next departures from Irvine to Santa Barbara on 17 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	23:55	Irvine Station	7h 55m	07:50	UC Santa Barbara	Cheapest
	Bus	23:55	Irvine Station	7h 40m	07:35	Train Station	Fastest

Next departures from Irvine to Santa Barbara on 18 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	23:55	Irvine Station	7h 55m	07:50	UC Santa Barbara	Cheapest
	Bus	23:55	Irvine Station	7h 40m	07:35	Train Station	Fastest

Next departures from Irvine to Santa Barbara on 19 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	23:55	Irvine Station	8h 5m	08:00	UC Santa Barbara	Cheapest
	Bus	23:55	Irvine Station	7h 50m	07:45	Train Station	Fastest

Next departures from Irvine to Santa Barbara on 20 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	23:55	Irvine Station	8h 5m	08:00	UC Santa Barbara	Cheapest
	Bus	23:55	Irvine Station	7h 50m	07:45	Train Station	Fastest

Next departures from Irvine to Santa Barbara on 21 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	23:55	Irvine Station	7h 55m	07:50	UC Santa Barbara	Cheapest
	Bus	23:55	Irvine Station	7h 40m	07:35	Train Station	Fastest

Next departures from Irvine to Santa Barbara on 22 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	23:55	Irvine Station	7h 55m	07:50	UC Santa Barbara	Cheapest
	Bus	23:55	Irvine Station	7h 40m	07:35	Train Station	Fastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 5:58 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Irvine 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 4 hours 6 minutes and with fares starting at just R 720, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day

4h 6mAverage duration

200 kmDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 720 - R 791	Average duration8h 25m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 720 - R 1 292	Average duration4h 6m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55 647 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5647 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 720

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

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Irvine to Santa Barbara?
The cheapest bus tickets from Irvine to Santa Barbara start at R 720. The average price for this route is around R 720. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Irvine to Santa Barbara?
The average bus journey time from Irvine to Santa Barbara is 8h 25m, covering a distance of 200 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 7h 40m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Irvine to Santa Barbara route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Irvine to Santa Barbara?
The earliest bus departs from Irvine to Santa Barbara at 23:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Irvine to Santa Barbara?
A bus trip from Irvine to Santa Barbara produces an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

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The cheapest trip from Irvine, US to Santa Barbara was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of R 675

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

You can expect to pay from R 675 to R 675 for a bus ticket from Irvine, US to Santa Barbara based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 675, which is on 2025-12-15.