Bus from Redding to Santa Barbara: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Redding to Santa Barbara on January 9
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Redding Bus Station
Santa Barbara StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
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Redding Bus Station
Santa Barbara StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Redding Bus Station
Santa Barbara StationNo tags
FlixBusBus
Redding Bus Station
Santa Barbara StationNo tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
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Redding Bus Station
Santa Barbara StationNo tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Redding to Santa Barbara

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as the good way to reach Santa Barbara. The journey takes about 15 hours 41 minutes and with fares starting at just $85, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
15h 41mAverage Duration
451 milesDistance
66kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$146 - $197Average Duration1d
18kg CO₂e
Average Price$85 - $744Average Duration15h 41m
66kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Redding 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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Redding to Santa Barbara?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Redding to Santa Barbara start from $146. The average price for this route is around $194. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

    The average bus trip duration from Redding to Santa Barbara is 1d , covering a distance of 451 miles (727 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 10m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which bus companies service the Redding to Santa Barbara route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Redding to Santa Barbara?

    The earliest bus departs from Redding to Santa Barbara at 11:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35am.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Redding to Santa Barbara?

    A bus trip from Redding to Santa Barbara generates an estimated 18 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Redding 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 5696 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Redding to Santa Barbara?

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

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Redding 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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Redding 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.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Redding to Santa Barbara was searched and found on Jan 8, 2026 with a price of $87

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