Find coaches from Santa Barbara to Sacramento, US

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Next departures from Santa Barbara to Sacramento on 3 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
    		Train Station
    		Sacramento Valley StationCheapest
    Amtrak
      		UC Santa Barbara
      		Sacramento Valley StationFastest
      FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
        		Santa Barbara Station
        		Greyhound Sacramento StationNo tags
        Amtrak
          		Train Station
          		Sacramento Valley StationNo tags
          Amtrak
            		Train Station
            		Sacramento Valley StationNo tags

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            Compare 2 ways to travel from Santa Barbara to Sacramento

            We recommend taking the train

            Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Sacramento. The journey takes about 11 hours 28 minutes and with fares starting at just US$69, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            1train per day
            11h 28mAverage duration
            492 kmDistance
            45kgCO₂ emissions
            Bus
            		Average priceUS$44 - US$206Average duration13h 45m
            12kg CO₂e
            Train
            		Average priceUS$69 - US$111Average duration11h 28m
            45kg CO₂e

            Bus Santa Barbara to Sacramento, US: Trip Overview

            Average ticket priceUS$72
            Average bus trip duration13h 45m
            Number of daily buses1
            Earliest bus departure14:45
            Distance492 km
            Latest bus departure18:45

            Santa Barbara to Sacramento Bus

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            Frequently asked questions on the trip Santa Barbara - Sacramento, US

            1. How much does a bus ticket from Santa Barbara to Sacramento cost?

              The bus ticket price from Santa Barbara to Sacramento starts at US$44. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Santa Barbara to Sacramento is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

            2. How long is the bus ride from Santa Barbara to Sacramento?

              The average travel time between Santa Barbara and Sacramento is around 13h 45m, although the fastest bus will take about 13h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 491 km that separates the two cities.

            3. How many daily bus connections are there between Santa Barbara and Sacramento?

              The number of buses from Santa Barbara to Sacramento can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 1 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Santa Barbara to Sacramento by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

            4. Which bus companies travel from Santa Barbara to Sacramento?

              When taking the bus from Santa Barbara to Sacramento, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak, FlixBus.

            Find cheapest prices for buses

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

            Best price found
            31/10
            US$61
            01/11
            US$61
            Today
            US$61
            03/11
            US$61
            04/11
            US$61
            05/11
            US$61
            06/11
            US$61
            07/11
            US$61
            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to Sacramento, US was searched and found on 31 Oct 2025 with a price of US$61

            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 Sacramento, US as early as possible.

            You can expect to pay from US$61 to US$248 for a bus ticket from Santa Barbara to Sacramento, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$61, which is on 2025-11-03.

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            Bus Travel Tips

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            Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Santa Barbara to Sacramento will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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            Did you know?

            The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

            One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

            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!

            What's the cheapest way to go from Santa Barbara to Sacramento, US?

            busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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