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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | UC Santa Barbara | 10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee | CheapestFastest | |||||
| UC Santa Barbara | 10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee | No tags | |||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Santa Barbara (University of California), CA | 10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee | No tags | |||||
| UC Santa Barbara | 10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee | No tags | |||||
| Train Station | 10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: 2026-01-04 PST.
Get from Santa Barbara to Truckee
The journey takes about 17 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $131, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 5726 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 $123
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Santa Barbara to Truckee 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 Truckee?
The cheapest bus tickets from Santa Barbara to Truckee start from $131. The average price for this route is around $258. 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 Truckee?
The average bus travel time from Santa Barbara to Truckee is 17h 30m, covering a distance of 548 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 55m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Santa Barbara to Truckee route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Santa Barbara to Truckee?
The earliest bus departs from Santa Barbara to Truckee at 2:45pm. And the latest bus departs at 6:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santa Barbara to Truckee?
A bus trip from Santa Barbara to Truckee generates an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to Truckee was searched and found on Jan 11, 2026 with a price of $117To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Santa Barbara to Truckee, as early as possible.
