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Bus Santa Barbara to Santa Ana: Trip Overview

Bus Santa Barbara to Santa Ana: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$47
Average bus trip duration6h 50m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure2:45 PM
Distance115 miles (185 km)
Latest bus departure3:10 PM

Santa Barbara to Santa Ana Buses

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Information on this bus route

Daily Departures2
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures2:45PM - 3:10PM
Minimum Price$38
Average Ticket Price$47
Minimum Trip Duration6h50m
Average Bus Trip Duration6h50m
Distance115 miles (185 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteFlixBus
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Santa Barbara - Santa Ana

Taking the bus is the best way to travel to Santa Ana without a car. 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 Santa Ana is about 6h 50m, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 6h 50m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 115 miles (185 km) that separate the two cities.

Santa Barbara and Santa Ana are 115 miles (185 km) apart.

About 2 buses travel this route daily, provided by FlixBus. The number of buses running from Santa Barbara to Santa Ana may change based on the day of the week. Want to make your bus journey from Santa Barbara to Santa Ana as smooth 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 2:45 PM for the initial departure and runs until 3:10 PM for the final departure.

Most of the buses traveling from Santa Barbara to Santa Ana leave from Train Station and arrive at 602 S Main St. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

You can save a lot of money on your trip from Santa Barbara to Santa Ana by choosing to travel by bus. With prices starting at $38, you won't find a more affordable way to get there.

The bus ticket costs $47 on average. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $38 and $55, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

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 Santa Ana but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

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

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Santa Barbara to Santa Ana will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Santa Barbara to Santa Ana, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

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!

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!

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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Bus from Santa Ana to Santa Barbara

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