What is the distance between Fresno and Santa Barbara?

The distance separating Fresno and Santa Barbara is 160 miles (258 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Fresno to Santa Barbara?

If you're headed to Santa Barbara from Fresno, chances are that your bus will leave from Amtrak Station and arrive at Train Station. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
Departure time: July 29 at 2:25am
Departure city: Fresno
Departure location: Amtrak Station
Arrival time: July 29 at 11:50am
Destination city: Santa Barbara
Destination location: Santa Barbara Station
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 9h 25m

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Compare 2 ways to go from Fresno to Santa Barbara.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$40 - $120	Average Duration9h 25m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$49 - $62	Average Duration5h 41m	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the train from Fresno to Santa Barbara

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Santa Barbara. The journey takes about 5 hours 41 minutes and with fares starting at just $49, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

5h 41mAverage Duration

$49Cheapest ticket

24kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Fresno, US to Santa Barbara: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$89

Average bus trip duration9h 25m

Number of daily buses1

Earliest bus departure2:25am

Distance161 miles (259 km)

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FlixBus

3.5/59,770 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

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

3.5/587,139 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

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, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Valley Transit, Tufesa, Wanda Coach

Fresno to Santa Barbara Bus

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Bus service from Fresno to Santa Barbara will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses traveling from Fresno to Santa Barbara, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Where are the popular stops in Fresno and Santa Barbara?

Stops in Fresno

A - Amtrak Station

B - 1157 F St

C - E St

D - Train / Greyhound Station

E - W Shaw Ave

Stops in Santa Barbara

A - Train Station

Frequently asked questions for your trip Fresno, US - Santa Barbara

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About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Fresno to Santa Barbara that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

Will you be returning to Fresno, US by bus?

Bus from Fresno, US to Santa Barbara

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