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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train Station | Harbor Boulevard | CheapestFastest | |||||
| UC Santa Barbara | Harbor Boulevard | No tags | |||||
| UC Santa Barbara | Harbor Boulevard | No tags | |||||
| UC Santa Barbara | Harbor Boulevard | No tags | |||||
| UC Santa Barbara | Harbor Boulevard | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Santa Barbara to Ventura
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Ventura. The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Santa Barbara to Ventura 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 Ventura?
The cheapest bus tickets from Santa Barbara to Ventura start from $29. The average price for this route is around $29. 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 Ventura?
The average bus travel time from Santa Barbara to Ventura is 1h 10m, covering a distance of 53 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 30m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Santa Barbara to Ventura route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Santa Barbara to Ventura?
The earliest bus departs from Santa Barbara to Ventura at 6:00am. And the latest bus departs at 12:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santa Barbara to Ventura?
A bus trip from Santa Barbara to Ventura generates an estimated 1 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 Santa Barbara to Ventura?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5696 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Santa Barbara to Ventura?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Santa Barbara to Ventura?
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 Santa Barbara to Ventura?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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 Santa Barbara to Ventura was searched and found on Jan 6, 2026 with a price of $26To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Santa Barbara to Ventura, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $26 to $49 for a bus ticket from Santa Barbara to Ventura based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $26 which is on 2026-01-09.
