How much is the bus ticket from Paso Robles to Santa Barbara?

The cheapest bus tickets from Paso Robles to Santa Barbara start from MAD 404. The average price for this route is around MAD 404. 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 Paso Robles to Santa Barbara?

The average bus trip duration from Paso Robles to Santa Barbara is 3h 10m, covering a distance of 99 miles (159 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 55m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Paso Robles to Santa Barbara route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Paso Robles to Santa Barbara at 3:50pm. And the latest bus departs at 6:45pm.

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

A bus trip from Paso Robles to Santa Barbara generates an estimated 3.957875 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Paso Robles to Santa Barbara from MAD 379 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures for Paso Robles to Santa Barbara on May 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		6:45pm	AMTRAK Station	3h 10m	9:55pm	Train Station	Cheapest
		6:45pm	AMTRAK Station	2h 55m	9:40pm	UC Santa Barbara	Fastest

Next departures for Paso Robles to Santa Barbara on May 2
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:20pm	AMTRAK Station	3h 10m	9:30pm	Train Station	Cheapest
6:20pm	AMTRAK Station	2h 55m	9:15pm	UC Santa Barbara	Fastest
2:55pm	AMTRAK Station	3h 52m	6:47pm	Train Station	No tags
2:55pm	AMTRAK Station	3h 52m	6:47pm	Train Station	No tags
3:50pm	AMTRAK Station	5h 40m	9:30pm	Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Paso Robles to Santa Barbara on May 4
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:45pm	AMTRAK Station	3h 10m	9:55pm	Train Station	Cheapest
6:45pm	AMTRAK Station	2h 55m	9:40pm	UC Santa Barbara	Fastest
2:55pm	AMTRAK Station	4h 2m	6:57pm	Train Station	No tags
2:55pm	AMTRAK Station	4h 2m	6:57pm	Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Paso Robles to Santa Barbara on May 6
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:45pm	AMTRAK Station	3h 10m	9:55pm	Train Station	Cheapest
6:45pm	AMTRAK Station	2h 55m	9:40pm	UC Santa Barbara	Fastest
2:55pm	AMTRAK Station	4h 2m	6:57pm	Train Station	No tags
2:55pm	AMTRAK Station	4h 2m	6:57pm	Train Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 5:37 AM PDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Paso Robles to Santa Barbara

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Santa Barbara. The journey takes about 3 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just MAD 404, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

3h 10mAverage Duration

99 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceMAD 404 - MAD 531	Average Duration3h 10m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceMAD 365 - MAD 678	Average Duration4h 15m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Paso Robles and Santa Barbara?

Stops in Paso Robles

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AMTRAK Station
800 Pine St, Paso Robles, CA 93446, USA
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Stops in Santa Barbara

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Train Station
224 Chapala St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
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Amtrak

4.1/55,791 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

Based on 5791 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at MAD 404

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Paso Robles 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 Paso Robles to Santa Barbara?
The cheapest bus tickets from Paso Robles to Santa Barbara start from MAD 404. The average price for this route is around MAD 404. 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 Paso Robles to Santa Barbara?
The average bus trip duration from Paso Robles to Santa Barbara is 3h 10m, covering a distance of 99 miles (159 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 55m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Paso Robles to Santa Barbara route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Paso Robles to Santa Barbara?
The earliest bus departs from Paso Robles to Santa Barbara at 3:50pm. And the latest bus departs at 6:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Paso Robles to Santa Barbara?
A bus trip from Paso Robles to Santa Barbara generates an estimated 3.957875 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

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

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The cheapest trip from Paso Robles to Santa Barbara was searched and found on Apr 29, 2026 with a price of MAD 379

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

You can expect to pay from MAD 379 to MAD 682 for a bus ticket from Paso Robles to Santa Barbara based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at MAD 379 which is on 2026-05-02.