Compare 2 ways to go from Irvine to Santa Barbara.
Busbud recommends taking the train from Irvine to Santa BarbaraAmong the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Santa Barbara. The journey takes about 4 hours 1 minute and with fares starting at just $42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus Irvine to Santa Barbara: Trip Overview
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Based on 5085 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 $42.00
Irvine to Santa Barbara Bus
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The cheapest trip from Irvine to Santa Barbara was searched and found on Apr 27, 2025 with a price of $39To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Irvine to Santa Barbara, as early as possible.
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Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Irvine to Santa Barbara.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.
From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Irvine to Santa Barbara.
Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Irvine to Santa Barbara that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.
Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Irvine to Santa Barbara while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.
Did you know?
One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.
Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!
The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.
What's the cheapest way to go from Irvine to Santa Barbara?
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