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Bus Santa Monica to Santa Barbara: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$36
Average Bus Trip Duration3h 45m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure8:05am
Distance119 km

Santa Monica to Santa Barbara Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Santa Monica - Santa Barbara

  1. How long does it take to get to Santa Barbara from Santa Monica by bus?

    The typical travel time from Santa Monica to Santa Barbara by bus is around 3h 45m. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Santa Barbara in 3h 45m

  2. What is the distance between Santa Monica and Santa Barbara?

    The distance covered from Santa Monica to Santa Barbara is 120 km (74 miles).

  3. What is the cheapest way to go from Santa Monica to Santa Barbara?

    Taking the bus is the most budget-friendly option to travel from Santa Monica to Santa Barbara. With a starting ticket price of US$36, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

  4. How much is the bus from Santa Monica to Santa Barbara?

    The bus fare from Santa Monica to Santa Barbara is approximately US$36.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Santa Monica to Santa Barbara but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Santa Monica to Santa Barbara, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Santa Monica to Santa Barbara will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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

Did you know?

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

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 there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

Will you be returning to Santa Monica by bus?

Bus from Santa Monica to Santa Barbara

You can also go to Santa Barbara by train

Train from Santa Monica to Santa Barbara

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