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FriApr 26
from $85
SatApr 27
SunApr 28
from $49
MonApr 29
from $40
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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: Train Station
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Las Vegas
    Destination location: Las Vegas (Downtown), NV
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $97
  • This trip is recommended because it is: 2nd Cheapest
    Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: UC Santa Barbara
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Las Vegas
    Destination location: South Strip Transfer Terminal
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $97
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: Train Station
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Las Vegas
    Destination location: South Strip Transfer Terminal
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $97
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: Santa Barbara Station
    Arrival time: April 27 at
    Destination city: Las Vegas
    Destination location: Las Vegas S Strip Transit Terminal
    Operated by
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $85
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: Santa Barbara Station
    Arrival time: April 27 at
    Destination city: Las Vegas
    Destination location: Downtown Las Vegas (1st St)
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $105
Bus Santa Barbara to Las Vegas: Trip Overview

Bus Santa Barbara to Las Vegas: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$71
Average bus trip duration11h 55m
Number of daily buses8
Earliest bus departure6:00 AM
Distance291 miles (469 km)
Latest bus departure8:15 PM

Santa Barbara to Las Vegas Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures8
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures6:00AM - 8:15PM
Minimum Price$49
Average Ticket Price$71
Minimum Trip Duration8h35m
Average Bus Trip Duration11h55m
Distance291 miles (469 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteFlixBus
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Santa Barbara - Las Vegas

Taking the bus is the best way to travel to Las Vegas without flying. Traveling by bus offers a budget-friendly, secure, and easy way to go between the two cities. Taking a ride with other travelers through carpool services is an additional option to consider.

The travel time from Santa Barbara to Las Vegas is about 11h 55m, but you can get there in as little as 8h 35m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 284 miles (459 km) that separate the two cities.

Santa Barbara and Las Vegas are 284 miles (459 km) apart.

About 8 buses travel this route daily, provided by FlixBus. The number of buses running from Santa Barbara to Las Vegas may change based on the day of the week. Want to make your bus journey from Santa Barbara to Las Vegas as effortless as possible? Busbud has got you covered! Browse schedules, pick the perfect bus for your travel style and budget - all in one place.

The bus service operates from 6:00 AM for the initial departure and runs until 8:15 PM for the final departure.

Most of the buses traveling from Santa Barbara to Las Vegas leave from Train Station and arrive at South Strip Transfer Terminal. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

You can save a lot of money on your trip from Santa Barbara to Las Vegas by choosing to travel by bus. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $41.

The bus ticket costs $71 on average. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $41 and $122, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Once in Las Vegas, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Mount Charleston, Fall of Atlantis Fountain Show, Grand Canyon National Park, The Strip and Fremont Street Experience.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Find cheapest prices for buses

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The cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to Las Vegas was searched and found on Apr 26, 2024 with a price of $49

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

You can expect to pay from $49 to $104 for a bus ticket from Santa Barbara to Las Vegas based on the last 1 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $49 which is on 2024-04-26.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Santa Barbara and Las Vegas!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Santa Barbara to Las Vegas, get comfy and count the stars.

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 Santa Barbara to Las Vegas that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Santa Barbara to Las Vegas.

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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

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