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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | UC Santa Barbara | San Juan Capistrano, CA | CheapestFastest | |||||
| UC Santa Barbara | San Juan Capistrano, CA | No tags | |||||
| UC Santa Barbara | San Juan Capistrano, CA | No tags | |||||
| UC Santa Barbara | San Juan Capistrano, CA | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach San Juan Capistrano. The journey takes about 6 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $44, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 5608 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $44
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano 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 Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano?
The cheapest bus tickets from Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano start from $44. The average price for this route is around $44. 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 Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano?
The average bus trip duration from Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano is 6h 25m, covering a distance of 140 miles (226 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 24m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano?
The earliest bus departs from Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano at 9:15pm. And the latest bus departs at 9:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano?
A bus trip from Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano was searched and found on Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $41To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $41 to $66 for a bus ticket from Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $41 which is on 2025-12-01.
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