Bus Tickets from Santa Cruz, US to Santa Barbara

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Next departures to Santa Barbara

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: June 29 at
    Departure city: Santa Cruz
    Departure location: Santa Cruz, CA
    Arrival time: June 29 at
    Destination city: Santa Barbara
    Destination location: Train Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: June 29 at
    Departure city: Santa Cruz
    Departure location: Santa Cruz, CA
    Arrival time: June 29 at
    Destination city: Santa Barbara
    Destination location: UC Santa Barbara
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 29 at
    Departure city: Santa Cruz
    Departure location: Santa Cruz, CA
    Arrival time: June 29 at
    Destination city: Santa Barbara
    Destination location: Train Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 29 at
    Departure city: Santa Cruz
    Departure location: Santa Cruz, CA
    Arrival time: June 29 at
    Destination city: Santa Barbara
    Destination location: Train Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 29 at
    Departure city: Santa Cruz
    Departure location: Santa Cruz, CA
    Arrival time: June 29 at
    Destination city: Santa Barbara
    Destination location: Train Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Santa Cruz to Santa Barbara: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$81
Average Bus Trip Duration9h 27m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure8:02am
Distance354 km
Latest bus departure1:12pm

Santa Cruz to Santa Barbara Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Santa Cruz to Santa Barbara. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from Santa Cruz to Santa Barbara.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Santa Barbara from Santa Cruz, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Santa Cruz, US - Santa Barbara

  1. What is the travel distance from Santa Cruz to Santa Barbara?

    The distance between Santa Cruz and Santa Barbara is around 354 km (220 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Santa Cruz to Santa Barbara?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Metro Center Bus Station, in Santa Cruz, and end it at Train Station, in Santa Barbara.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Santa Cruz to Santa Barbara was searched and found on Jun 29, 2025 with a price of US$77

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Santa Cruz to Santa Barbara, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$77 to US$280 for a bus ticket from Santa Cruz to Santa Barbara based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$77 which is on 2025-06-29.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Santa Cruz and Santa Barbara!

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 Santa Cruz to Santa Barbara.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Santa Cruz to Santa Barbara.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Santa Cruz to Santa Barbara while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

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 some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Will you be returning to Santa Cruz by bus?

Bus from Santa Cruz to Santa Barbara

You can also go to Santa Barbara by train

Train from Santa Cruz to Santa Barbara

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