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Bus Santa Barbara to Long Beach: Trip Overview

Bus Santa Barbara to Long Beach: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$29
Average bus trip duration4h 45m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure2:45 PM
Distance97 miles (156 km)
Latest bus departure3:10 PM

Santa Barbara to Long Beach Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures2
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures2:45PM - 3:10PM
Minimum Price$29
Average Ticket Price$29
Minimum Trip Duration4h45m
Average Bus Trip Duration4h45m
Distance97 miles (156 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteFlixBus
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Santa Barbara - Long Beach

The bus is the best choice to get to Long Beach without a car. The bus trip is an affordable, safe and convenient way to travel between the two cities. Alternatively, you can also use carpooling services.

The travel time from Santa Barbara to Long Beach is about 4h 45m, although the fastest bus will take 4h 45m, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 97 miles (157 km) that separate the two cities.

About 97 miles (157 km) separate Santa Barbara and Long Beach.

You can choose from 2 travel times and travel with FlixBus. The number of buses from Santa Barbara to Long Beach can differ depending on the day of the week. Simplify your trip from Santa Barbara to Long Beach by checking the schedules and selecting the bus that fits your travel needs and budget on Busbud.

The bus service has you covered with departures starting at 2:45 PM and ending at 3:10 PM.

Buses going from Santa Barbara to Long Beach start their journey at Train Station and reach their destination at Long Beach Bus Station.

The cheapest way to travel this route is by bus. With prices starting at $29, you won't find a cheaper way to get there.

The average price of a one-way ticket from Santa Barbara to Long Beach is $29. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $29 to $29, so it's good to do your research before booking.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Santa Barbara to Long Beach but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Santa Barbara to Long Beach.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Santa Barbara to Long Beach.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Santa Barbara to Long Beach while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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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Bus from Long Beach to Santa Barbara

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