How far is Ventura from Santa Barbara?

The distance between the two cities is 25 miles (40 km).

Bus Ventura to Santa Barbara from $18 | Refundable Tickets

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Cheap buses leaving Saturday

One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
Departure time: September 6 at 6:42pm
Departure city: Ventura
Departure location: Harbor Boulevard
Arrival time: September 6 at 7:30pm
Destination city: Santa Barbara
Destination location: Train Station
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: BusDuration: 48m
Departure time: September 6 at 6:42pm
Departure city: Ventura
Departure location: Harbor Boulevard
Arrival time: September 6 at 7:55pm
Destination city: Santa Barbara
Destination location: UC Santa Barbara
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h 13m
Departure time: September 6 at 6:42pm
Departure city: Ventura
Departure location: Harbor Boulevard
Arrival time: September 6 at 10:20pm
Destination city: Santa Barbara
Destination location: UC Santa Barbara
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h 38m

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Compare 2 ways to go from Ventura to Santa Barbara.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$17 - $28	Average Duration1h 13m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$19 - $19	Average Duration44m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the train from Ventura to Santa Barbara

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Santa Barbara. The journey takes about 44 minutes and with fares starting at just $19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

44mAverage Duration

$19Cheapest ticket

4kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Ventura to Santa Barbara: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$20

Average bus trip duration1h 13m

Number of daily buses3

Earliest bus departure7:40am

Distance33 miles (53 km)

Latest bus departure6:42pm

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Amtrak

4/55,439 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5439 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $20

Amtrak Ventura Santa Barbara recent customer reviews

I had a reservation from Ventura to Santa Barbara on Amtrak. I was the only person waiting at the station at night in an isolated area for almost 3 hours. No alert came from Amtrak and when the train finally came no explanation for the delay. I was at the point of leaving but no clue where I could go to get help. It should have been handled with a text or a bulletin on the reader board.

Susan B.

October 7, 2023

FlixBus

3.5/510,364 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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.

Amtrak Ventura Santa Barbara recent customer reviews

I had a reservation from Ventura to Santa Barbara on Amtrak. I was the only person waiting at the station at night in an isolated area for almost 3 hours. No alert came from Amtrak and when the train finally came no explanation for the delay. I was at the point of leaving but no clue where I could go to get help. It should have been handled with a text or a bulletin on the reader board.

Susan B.

October 7, 2023

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Valley Transit, Tufesa, Wanda Coach

Ventura to Santa Barbara Bus

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

Best price found

08/31

$18

09/01

$18

Today

$18

09/03

$18

09/04

$18

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$18

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$18

09/07

$18

The cheapest trip from Ventura to Santa Barbara was searched and found on Aug 31, 2025 with a price of $18

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

You can expect to pay from $18 to $25 for a bus ticket from Ventura to Santa Barbara based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $18 which is on 2025-09-03.

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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 Ventura 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 Ventura to Santa Barbara, 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 Ventura to Santa Barbara that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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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!

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.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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Bus Tickets from Ventura to Santa Barbara

Cheap buses leaving Saturday

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Compare 2 ways to go from Ventura to Santa Barbara.

Bus Ventura to Santa Barbara: Trip Overview

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Amtrak Ventura Santa Barbara recent customer reviews

Amtrak Ventura Santa Barbara recent customer reviews

Ventura to Santa Barbara Bus

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