How much is the bus ticket from Solana Beach to Santa Barbara?

The cheapest bus tickets from Solana Beach to Santa Barbara start from $50. The average price for this route is around $50. 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 Solana Beach to Santa Barbara?

The average bus trip duration from Solana Beach to Santa Barbara is 9h 55m, covering a distance of 178 miles (287 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 40m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Solana Beach to Santa Barbara route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Solana Beach to Santa Barbara at 9:15pm. And the latest bus departs at 9:55pm.

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

A bus trip from Solana Beach to Santa Barbara generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Solana Beach to Santa Barbara from $47 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Solana Beach to Santa Barbara on November 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	9:55pm	Solana Beach, CA	10h 5m	8:00am	UC Santa Barbara	Cheapest
	Bus	9:55pm	Solana Beach, CA	9h 50m	7:45am	Train Station	Fastest

Next departures for Solana Beach to Santa Barbara on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	9:55pm	Solana Beach, CA	9h 55m	7:50am	UC Santa Barbara	Cheapest
	Bus	9:55pm	Solana Beach, CA	9h 40m	7:35am	Train Station	Fastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 8:27 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Solana Beach to Santa Barbara

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Santa Barbara. The journey takes about 5 hours 16 minutes and with fares starting at just $46, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day

5h 16mAverage Duration

170 milesDistance

25kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$50 - $50	Average Duration9h 55m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$46 - $88	Average Duration5h 16m	CO₂ emissions 25kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,610 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5610 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 $50

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Solana Beach to Santa Barbara 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 Solana Beach to Santa Barbara?
The cheapest bus tickets from Solana Beach to Santa Barbara start from $50. The average price for this route is around $50. 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 Solana Beach to Santa Barbara?
The average bus trip duration from Solana Beach to Santa Barbara is 9h 55m, covering a distance of 178 miles (287 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 40m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Solana Beach to Santa Barbara route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Solana Beach to Santa Barbara?
The earliest bus departs from Solana Beach to Santa Barbara at 9:15pm. And the latest bus departs at 9:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Solana Beach to Santa Barbara?
A bus trip from Solana Beach to Santa Barbara generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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Today

$47

11/29

$48

11/30

$48

12/01

$47

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$47

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The cheapest trip from Solana Beach to Santa Barbara was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $47

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Solana Beach to Santa Barbara, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $47 to $48 for a bus ticket from Solana Beach to Santa Barbara based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $47 which is on 2025-12-01.