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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Portland Curbside Bus Stop | Santa Barbara Station | CheapestFastest |
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Busbud recommends taking the train from Portland to Santa BarbaraAmong the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Santa Barbara. The journey takes about 1 day, 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $124, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus Portland, OR to Santa Barbara: Trip Overview
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Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
Portland to Santa Barbara Bus
Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Portland to Santa Barbara.
Bus service from Portland to Santa Barbara will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.
From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses traveling from Portland to Santa Barbara, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.
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If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Portland to Santa Barbara but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.
Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Portland to Santa Barbara, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.
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 Portland to Santa Barbara 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 Portland 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!
9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.
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Busbud makes bus travel easy. We help travelers find a bus, plot routes, and book intercity bus tickets all over the world. With several language and currency options available, Busbud seeks to cater to international bus travelers no matter where they are in the world. Busbud prides itself on its worldwide partnerships. We make it possible for you to buy tickets with its large network of trustworthy bus partners like Greyhound, Eurolines, ALSA, OUIBUS (BlaBlaBus), National Express and many others.