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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train Station | Colfax Station | Cheapest | |||||
| UC Santa Barbara | Colfax Station | Fastest | |||||
| Train Station | Colfax Station | No tags | |||||
| UC Santa Barbara | Colfax Station | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:58 PM PST.
Get from Santa Barbara to Colfax
The journey takes about 20 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 3 377, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Santa Barbara to Colfax, CA 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 Santa Barbara to Colfax?
The cheapest bus tickets from Santa Barbara to Colfax start at R 3 377. The average price for this route is around R 3 377. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Santa Barbara to Colfax?
The average bus journey time from Santa Barbara to Colfax is 20h 15m, covering a distance of 533 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 13h 9m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Santa Barbara to Colfax route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Santa Barbara to Colfax?
The earliest bus departs from Santa Barbara to Colfax at 14:45. And the latest bus departs at 14:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santa Barbara to Colfax?
A bus trip from Santa Barbara to Colfax produces an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Santa Barbara to Colfax?
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 5733 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Santa Barbara to Colfax?
Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Santa Barbara to Colfax?
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 Santa Barbara to Colfax?
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.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to Colfax, CA was searched and found on 24 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 063To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Santa Barbara to Colfax, CA as early as possible.
