Next departures to Santa Barbara
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- This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
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Bus Santa Monica to Santa Barbara: Trip Overview
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Based on 5025 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at US$36.00
Amtrak Santa Monica Santa Barbara recent customer reviews
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Santa Monica to Santa Barbara Buses
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Santa Monica - Santa Barbara
How long does it take to get to Santa Barbara from Santa Monica by bus?
The typical travel time from Santa Monica to Santa Barbara by bus is around 3h 45m. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Santa Barbara in 3h 45m
What is the distance between Santa Monica and Santa Barbara?
The distance covered from Santa Monica to Santa Barbara is 120 km (74 miles).
What is the cheapest way to go from Santa Monica to Santa Barbara?
Taking the bus is the most budget-friendly option to travel from Santa Monica to Santa Barbara. With a starting ticket price of US$36, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.
How much is the bus from Santa Monica to Santa Barbara?
The bus fare from Santa Monica to Santa Barbara is approximately US$36.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Santa Monica to Santa Barbara, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$33 to US$45 for a bus ticket from Santa Monica to Santa Barbara based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$33 which is on 2025-04-04.
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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 Monica to Santa Barbara 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 Monica to Santa Barbara, get comfy and count the stars.
Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Santa Monica to Santa Barbara will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.
Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Santa Monica to Santa Barbara while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.
Did you know?
Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!
Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.
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!
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