Find coaches from Davis to Santa Barbara

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Next departures from Davis to Santa Barbara on 21 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Davis Station
Train StationCheapestFastest
Amtrak
Davis Station
UC Santa BarbaraNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Davis to Santa Barbara

Bus
Average priceUS$93 - US$122Average duration18h 5m
12kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$68 - US$156Average duration11h 7m
45kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Davis to Santa Barbara

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Santa Barbara. The journey takes about 11 hours 7 minutes and with fares starting at just US$68, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
11h 7mAverage duration
US$68Cheapest ticket
45kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Davis to Santa Barbara: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$93
Average bus trip duration18h 5m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure06:10
Distance307 miles
Latest bus departure19:45

Davis to Santa Barbara Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Davis - Santa Barbara

  1. How far is Santa Barbara from Davis by coach?

    The journey from Davis to Santa Barbara by coach covers an approximate distance of 307 miles (495 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Santa Barbara from Davis without flying?

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
18/09
US$80
19/09
US$80
Today
US$80
21/09
US$80
22/09
US$80
23/09
US$80
24/09
US$80
25/09
US$80
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Davis to Santa Barbara was searched and found on 18 Sept 2025 with a price of US$80

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

You can expect to pay from US$80 to US$80 for a bus ticket from Davis to Santa Barbara based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$80, which is on 2025-09-21.

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 Davis 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 Davis to Santa Barbara.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Davis to Santa Barbara will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Davis to Santa Barbara.

Did you know?

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!

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.

You can also go to Santa Barbara by train

Train from Davis to Santa Barbara

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