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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Phoenix Bus Station | Santa Barbara Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Glendale Bus Stop | Santa Barbara Station | No tags |
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Get from Phoenix to Santa Barbara
The journey takes about 22 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $129, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Phoenix and Santa Barbara?
Stops in Phoenix
- A1614 N 27th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85009, USA
- B
Phoenix Greyhound Station
2115 E Buckeye Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85034, USA - C
Glendale Ave
2647 W Glendale Ave, Ste 17, Phoenix, Az, Glendale, AZ 85051 - D
44th St Stn
44th Street Transit Center 42009 E Washigton Street, 85034 - E
Desert Ridge
Mellow Mushroom, 5293-5343 E Deer Valley Dr, Phoenix, AZ 85054, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Phoenix, AZ 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 Phoenix to Santa Barbara?
The cheapest bus tickets from Phoenix to Santa Barbara start from $129. The average price for this route is around $202. 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 Phoenix to Santa Barbara?
The average bus travel time from Phoenix to Santa Barbara is 22h 10m, covering a distance of 715 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 25m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Phoenix to Santa Barbara route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Phoenix to Santa Barbara?
The earliest bus departs from Phoenix to Santa Barbara at 2:25am. And the latest bus departs at 10:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Phoenix to Santa Barbara?
A bus trip from Phoenix to Santa Barbara generates an estimated 18 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Phoenix to Santa Barbara?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11828 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Phoenix to Santa Barbara?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Phoenix to Santa Barbara?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Phoenix to Santa Barbara?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Phoenix, AZ to Santa Barbara was searched and found on Jan 10, 2026 with a price of $193To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Phoenix, AZ to Santa Barbara, as early as possible.
