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

The cheapest bus tickets from Bakersfield to Santa Barbara start from $32. The average price for this route is around $32. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Bakersfield to Santa Barbara?

The average bus trip duration from Bakersfield to Santa Barbara is 4h, covering a distance of 77 miles (124 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 25m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Bakersfield to Santa Barbara route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , FlixBus , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from Bakersfield to Santa Barbara at 4:00am. And the latest bus departs at 4:40pm.

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

A bus trip from Bakersfield to Santa Barbara generates an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Bakersfield 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 bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bakersfield to Santa Barbara?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Bakersfield to Santa Barbara?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Bakersfield 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.

Bus Bakersfield to Santa Barbara from $29 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Bakersfield to Santa Barbara on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		4:05pm	Amtrak Station	3h 50m	7:55pm	UC Santa Barbara	Cheapest
		4:05pm	Amtrak Station	3h 25m	7:30pm	Train Station	Fastest

Next departures for Bakersfield to Santa Barbara on December 2
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	4:05pm	Amtrak Station	3h 50m	7:55pm	UC Santa Barbara	Cheapest
	4:05pm	Amtrak Station	3h 25m	7:30pm	Train Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	5:00am	16th St (Bakersfield)	6h 40m	11:40am	Santa Barbara Station	No tags
	4:05pm	Amtrak Station	6h 15m	10:20pm	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
	2:05pm	Amtrak Station	7h 54m	9:59pm	Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Bakersfield to Santa Barbara on December 4
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
4:05pm	Amtrak Station	3h 50m	7:55pm	UC Santa Barbara	Cheapest
4:05pm	Amtrak Station	3h 25m	7:30pm	Train Station	Fastest
4:05pm	Amtrak Station	6h 15m	10:20pm	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
2:05pm	Amtrak Station	7h 54m	9:59pm	Train Station	No tags
2:05pm	Amtrak Station	7h 54m	9:59pm	Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Bakersfield to Santa Barbara on December 7
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	4:05pm	Amtrak Station	3h 50m	7:55pm	UC Santa Barbara	Cheapest
	4:05pm	Amtrak Station	3h 25m	7:30pm	Train Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	5:00am	16th St (Bakersfield)	6h 40m	11:40am	Santa Barbara Station	No tags
	4:05pm	Amtrak Station	6h 15m	10:20pm	UC Santa Barbara	No tags
	2:05pm	Amtrak Station	7h 54m	9:59pm	Train Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 12:16 AM PST.

Get from Bakersfield to Santa Barbara

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 4 hours and with fares starting at just $32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

4hAverage Duration

77 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Bakersfield and Santa Barbara?

Stops in Bakersfield

A
Tufesa Bus Station
1401 Chamberlain Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93305, USA
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B
Amtrak Station
601 Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93301, USA
C
Latino Travel
2225 Niles Pt. St , 93306 Bakersfield, CA USA
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Stops in Santa Barbara

A
Train Station
224 Chapala St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
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Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,618 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,488 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Greyhound

3.5/587,410 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bakersfield to Santa Barbara by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Bakersfield to Santa Barbara?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bakersfield to Santa Barbara start from $32. The average price for this route is around $32. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Bakersfield to Santa Barbara?
The average bus trip duration from Bakersfield to Santa Barbara is 4h, covering a distance of 77 miles (124 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 25m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Bakersfield to Santa Barbara route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bakersfield to Santa Barbara?
The earliest bus departs from Bakersfield to Santa Barbara at 4:00am. And the latest bus departs at 4:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bakersfield to Santa Barbara?
A bus trip from Bakersfield to Santa Barbara generates an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Bakersfield 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 bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bakersfield to Santa Barbara?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Bakersfield to Santa Barbara?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Bakersfield 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.

Best price found

11/29

$29

11/30

$29

Today

$29

12/02

$29

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$29

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The cheapest trip from Bakersfield to Santa Barbara was searched and found on Nov 29, 2025 with a price of $29

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

You can expect to pay from $29 to $57 for a bus ticket from Bakersfield to Santa Barbara based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $29 which is on 2025-12-02.