Find coaches from Santa Barbara to Portland, OR

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Next departures from Santa Barbara to Portland on 12 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Santa Barbara Station
Portland Curbside Bus StopCheapestFastest
Amtrak
UC Santa Barbara
Union StationNo tags
Amtrak
UC Santa Barbara
Union StationNo tags
Amtrak
Train Station
Union StationNo tags
Amtrak
Train Station
Union StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Santa Barbara to Portland

Bus
Average priceUS$175 - US$227Average duration1d 3h
32kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$756 - US$1,682Average duration1d 3h
115kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Santa Barbara to Portland

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Portland. The journey takes about 1 day, 3 hours and with fares starting at just US$175, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
1d 3hAverage duration
US$175Cheapest ticket
32kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Santa Barbara to Portland, OR: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$187
Average bus trip duration1d 3h
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure14:45
Distance783 miles
Latest bus departure18:45

Santa Barbara to Portland Bus

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We make sure you can find a bus service from Santa Barbara to Portland from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Santa Barbara to Portland, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Santa Barbara - Portland, OR

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

    The distance between Santa Barbara and Portland by coach is approximately 783 miles (1262 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Santa Barbara to Portland without flying?

    You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
09/09
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10/09
US$246
Today
US$267
12/09
US$246
13/09
US$246
14/09
US$246
15/09
US$225
16/09
US$225
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to Portland, OR was searched and found on 15 Sept 2025 with a price of US$225

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

You can expect to pay from US$225 to US$1,278 for a bus ticket from Santa Barbara to Portland, OR based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$225, which is on 2025-09-15.

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 Barbara and Portland!

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

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Santa Barbara to Portland that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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

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!

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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

What's the cheapest way to go from Santa Barbara to Portland, OR?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Santa Barbara by bus?

Bus from Portland, OR to Santa Barbara

You can also go to Portland, OR by train

Train from Santa Barbara to Portland, OR

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