How can I travel from Santa Barbara to San Antonio without flying?

Both buses and trains are available for traveling between these two cities. Both are practical and eco-friendly ways to travel to San Antonio. You can also use carpool services and share a car ride with other travelers.

How long does it take to get to San Antonio from Santa Barbara by bus?

Traveling from Santa Barbara to San Antonio takes about 1d 22h on average, but you can get there in as little as 1d 22h with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 1287 miles (2075 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the travel distance from Santa Barbara to San Antonio?

Santa Barbara and San Antonio are 1287 miles (2075 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Santa Barbara to San Antonio?

The majority of buses traveling from Santa Barbara to San Antonio start their journey at Train Station and wind up at San Antonio Bus Station. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

How much are the bus tickets from Santa Barbara to San Antonio?

The bus ticket costs $216 on average. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $216 to $216, so it's good to do your research before booking.

What are the best sights and things to do in San Antonio?

Once in San Antonio, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Morgan's Wonderland Ultra-Accessible Fun Park, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park, Natural Bridge Caverns, San Antonio Zoo and SeaWorld San Antonio.

Is there an overnight bus from Santa Barbara to San Antonio?

Yes, it is possible to take an overnight bus from Santa Barbara to San Antonio. Make sure to pack a blanket and a snack to make your trip more comfortable.

Bus Santa Barbara to San Antonio (TX), US from $175 | Compare & Save up to 19%

Compare 2 ways to go from Santa Barbara to San Antonio.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$216 - $216	Average Duration1d 22h	CO₂ emissions 52kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$175 - $180	Average Duration1d 8h	CO₂ emissions 189kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastest

Busbud recommends taking the train from Santa Barbara to San Antonio

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach San Antonio. The journey takes about 1 day, 8 hours 41 minutes and with fares starting at just $175, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

1d 8hAverage Duration

$175Cheapest ticket

189kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Santa Barbara to San Antonio: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$216

Average bus trip duration1d 22h

Number of daily buses1

Earliest bus departure6:25pm

Distance1285 miles (2072 km)

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FlixBus

3.5/59,039 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

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.

Amtrak

4/55,200 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Valley Transit, Tufesa, Wanda Coach

Santa Barbara to San Antonio Bus

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

Stops in Santa Barbara

A - Train Station

Stops in San Antonio

A - San Antonio Bus Station

B - Tornado I-35

C - San Antonio, TX

D - 4407 S PanAm Expy #101

Frequently asked questions for your trip Santa Barbara - San Antonio (TX), US

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Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Santa Barbara to San Antonio.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Santa Barbara to San Antonio, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

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 San Antonio.

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

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

Will you be returning to Santa Barbara by bus?

Bus from Santa Barbara to San Antonio

You can also go to San Antonio by train

Train from Santa Barbara to San Antonio

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