Find coaches from Seattle to Santa Barbara

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Next departures from Seattle to Santa Barbara on 4 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Greyhound Station
Santa Barbara StationCheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)
Santa Barbara StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
University of Washington
Santa Barbara StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Seattle to Santa Barbara

busbud logoWe 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 1 day, 8 hours 17 minutes and with fares starting at just US$124, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
1d 8hAverage duration
1483 kmDistance
135kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average priceUS$164 - US$385Average duration1d 22h
37kg CO₂e
Train
Average priceUS$124 - US$201Average duration1d 8h
135kg CO₂e

Bus Seattle to Santa Barbara: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$233
Average bus trip duration1d 22h
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure14:45
Distance1482 km
Latest bus departure22:50

Seattle to Santa Barbara Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Seattle - Santa Barbara

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

    The bus ticket price from Seattle to Santa Barbara starts at US$164. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Seattle to Santa Barbara 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 Seattle to Santa Barbara?

    The average travel time between Seattle and Santa Barbara is around 1d 22h, although the fastest bus will take about 1d 12h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1485 km that separates the two cities.

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

    The number of buses from Seattle to Santa Barbara can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Seattle to Santa Barbara by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

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

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

  5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Seattle to Santa Barbara?

    Buses travelling between Seattle and Santa Barbara leave from Greyhound Station or Seattle-Tacoma International Airport and arrive at Train Station.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Seattle and Santa Barbara!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Seattle to Santa Barbara, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Seattle to Santa Barbara 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 bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

Will you be returning to Seattle by bus?

Bus from Santa Barbara to Seattle

You can also go to Santa Barbara by train

Train from Seattle to Santa Barbara

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