How much is the bus ticket from San Bernardino to Santa Barbara?

The cheapest bus tickets from San Bernardino to Santa Barbara start from $40. The average price for this route is around $49. 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 San Bernardino to Santa Barbara?

The average bus trip duration from San Bernardino to Santa Barbara is 4h 30m, covering a distance of 138 miles (222 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 45m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the San Bernardino to Santa Barbara route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from San Bernardino to Santa Barbara at 4:05am. And the latest bus departs at 8:05am.

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

A bus trip from San Bernardino to Santa Barbara generates an estimated 6 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 San Bernardino to Santa Barbara?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11504 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Bernardino to Santa Barbara?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus San Bernardino to Santa Barbara from $41 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for San Bernardino to Santa Barbara on December 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:10am	San Bernardino Bus Station	4h 30m	11:40am	Santa Barbara Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	4:05am	San Bernardino Downtown	7h 35m	11:40am	Santa Barbara Station	No tags

Next departures for San Bernardino to Santa Barbara on December 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:10am	San Bernardino Bus Station	4h 30m	11:40am	Santa Barbara Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	4:05am	San Bernardino Downtown	7h 35m	11:40am	Santa Barbara Station	No tags

Next departures for San Bernardino to Santa Barbara on December 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:10am	San Bernardino Bus Station	4h 30m	11:40am	Santa Barbara Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	4:05am	San Bernardino Downtown	7h 35m	11:40am	Santa Barbara Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:15 AM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from San Bernardino to Santa Barbara

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Santa Barbara. The journey takes about 4 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

4h 30mAverage Duration

138 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$40 - $79	Average Duration4h 30m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$50 - $78	Average Duration6h 23m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in San Bernardino and Santa Barbara?

Stops in San Bernardino

A
San Bernardino Greyhound Station
596 North G St, San Bernardino, CA 92410

Stops in Santa Barbara

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

FlixBus

3.5/511,576 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

3.5/587,427 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, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Bernardino, US 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 San Bernardino to Santa Barbara?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Bernardino to Santa Barbara start from $40. The average price for this route is around $49. 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 San Bernardino to Santa Barbara?
The average bus trip duration from San Bernardino to Santa Barbara is 4h 30m, covering a distance of 138 miles (222 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 45m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the San Bernardino to Santa Barbara route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Bernardino to Santa Barbara?
The earliest bus departs from San Bernardino to Santa Barbara at 4:05am. And the latest bus departs at 8:05am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Bernardino to Santa Barbara?
A bus trip from San Bernardino to Santa Barbara generates an estimated 6 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 San Bernardino to Santa Barbara?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11504 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Bernardino to Santa Barbara?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from San Bernardino 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 San Bernardino to Santa Barbara?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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

12/09

$34

12/10

$36

Today

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12/12

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12/13

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12/14

$43

12/15

$42

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The cheapest trip from San Bernardino, US to Santa Barbara was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $34

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

You can expect to pay from $34 to $43 for a bus ticket from San Bernardino, US to Santa Barbara based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $42 which is on 2025-12-15.