How much is the bus ticket from Santa Barbara to Stockton?

The cheapest bus tickets from Santa Barbara to Stockton start from $58. The average price for this route is around $77. 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 Stockton?

The average bus trip duration from Santa Barbara to Stockton is 16h 55m, covering a distance of 260 miles (419 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 10m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Santa Barbara to Stockton route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Santa Barbara to Stockton?

The earliest bus departs from Santa Barbara to Stockton at 2:45pm. And the latest bus departs at 6:45pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santa Barbara to Stockton?

A bus trip from Santa Barbara to Stockton generates an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Santa Barbara to Stockton?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5627 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Santa Barbara to Stockton?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Santa Barbara to Stockton?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Santa Barbara to Stockton?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Santa Barbara to Stockton from $69 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Santa Barbara to Stockton on December 10
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:45am	UC Santa Barbara	8h 40m	8:25pm	San Joaquin Street Station	Cheapest
	12:15pm	Train Station	8h 10m	8:25pm	San Joaquin Street Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	2:45pm	Santa Barbara Station	20h 15m	11:00am	Stockton (GLI), CA	No tags
	11:45am	UC Santa Barbara	9h	8:45pm	Stockton ACE Station	No tags
	7:35am	Train Station	10h 12m	5:47pm	Stockton ACE Station	No tags

Next departures for Santa Barbara to Stockton on December 11
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:45am	UC Santa Barbara	8h 40m	8:25pm	San Joaquin Street Station	Cheapest
	12:15pm	Train Station	8h 10m	8:25pm	San Joaquin Street Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	2:45pm	Santa Barbara Station	16h 55m	7:40am	Stockton (GLI), CA	No tags
	11:45am	UC Santa Barbara	9h	8:45pm	Stockton ACE Station	No tags
	12:15pm	Train Station	8h 30m	8:45pm	Stockton ACE Station	No tags

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Get from Santa Barbara to Stockton

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 16 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $58, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

16h 55mAverage Duration

260 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Santa Barbara and Stockton?

Stops in Santa Barbara

A
Train Station
224 Chapala St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
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Stops in Stockton

A
Stockton Bus Station
121 S Center St, Stockton, CA 95202
B
Martin Luther King Blvd
330 E. Martin Luther King Blvd , CA 95206 , USA
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Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,633 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,561 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

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.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Santa Barbara to Stockton, CA 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 Stockton?
The cheapest bus tickets from Santa Barbara to Stockton start from $58. The average price for this route is around $77. 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 Stockton?
The average bus trip duration from Santa Barbara to Stockton is 16h 55m, covering a distance of 260 miles (419 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 10m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Santa Barbara to Stockton route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Santa Barbara to Stockton?
The earliest bus departs from Santa Barbara to Stockton at 2:45pm. And the latest bus departs at 6:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santa Barbara to Stockton?
A bus trip from Santa Barbara to Stockton generates an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Santa Barbara to Stockton?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5627 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Santa Barbara to Stockton?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Santa Barbara to Stockton?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Santa Barbara to Stockton?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12/07

$72

12/08

$72

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12/10

$72

12/11

$72

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The cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to Stockton, CA was searched and found on Dec 7, 2025 with a price of $72

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 Stockton, CA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $72 to $82 for a bus ticket from Santa Barbara to Stockton, CA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $72 which is on 2025-12-10.