Cheap bus tickets from San Bernardino, CA to Santa Barbara, CA

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Bus stations and stops in San Bernardino, CA

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San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center

559 W Rialto Ave
92410 San Bernardino
United States

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Bus will board in the eastbound bus loading zone on Rialto Ave on the north side of the Downtown San Bernardino Transit Center. FlixBus will use the westernmost space in the bus pullout, designated by a sign that reads “BUSES ONLY BEYOND THIS POINT”. This space is midway in between F St and E St.

Bus stations and stops in Santa Barbara, CA

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Santa Barbara (UC Santa Barbara Bus Loop - University of California, Santa Barbara)

UC Santa Barbara Bus Loop
93106 Isla Vista
United States

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All trips will board at the UCSB bus loop. Look out for the FlixBus sign. If you don't see a green FlixBus close to your departure time, the bus may be white and have other branding. Check in with drivers of other buses in the area.

Santa Barbara Train Station

Santa Barbara Station
224 Chapala St
93101 Santa Barbara
United States

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Bus boards at the white curb labeled BUS LOADING ZONE at the Santa Barbara Amtrak station. The curb is adjacent to the main train station building and the train boarding deck, across from the Greyhound building. Please note the facilities in the main train station are for Amtrak customers only.

Santa Barbara (La Cumbre Plaza)

3845 State Street
93105 Santa Barbara
United States

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Bus boards behind the former Sears Auto Center at La Cumbre Plaza. FlixBus is only the ticket retailer. This is not a FlixBus branded trip, the vehicle is white & blue. Ticket includes 1 hand bag and 1 hold luggage. Children under 2 travel for free. For add ons, please call customer service.

Santa Barbara (Train Station)

209 State St
93101 Santa Barbara, CA
United States

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Bus will board in front of bus stop. This is not a FlixBus branded trip. For this route, FlixBus is only the ticket retailer. The vehicle is white and will have other branding. Ticket includes 1 hand bag and 1 hold luggage. Each additional luggage can be purchased at the bus for $10 in cash.

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San Bernardino, CA - Santa Barbara, CA : Quick information
Online payment	Yes
Distance	139 miles
Direct connection	Yes
Environmentally-friendly travel?	Yes

Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to get from San Bernardino to Santa Barbara by bus?

The quickest bus trip from San Bernardino to Santa Barbara takes as little as 4 hours.

What is the distance between San Bernardino and Santa Barbara?

The bus route from San Bernardino to Santa Barbara covers 169 miles. FlixBus can bring you from San Bernardino to Santa Barbara in as little as 4 hours.

How much is the bus ticket between San Bernardino and Santa Barbara?

You can get from San Bernardino to Santa Barbara for as little as $15.99.

What route does the bus from San Bernardino to Santa Barbara take?

There are direct connections from San Bernardino to Santa Barbara. Among them up to 1 buses running daily from San Bernardino to Santa Barbara, 1 are direct connections. The fastest bus on this connection has 3 stop(s).

How can I pay for the bus from San Bernardino to Santa Barbara?

You can buy your bus ticket from San Bernardino to Santa Barbara choosing your preferred payment method among card, Paypal, Google Pay, and more!

Where can I see if my bus from San Bernardino to Santa Barbara is on time?

You can track your bus location on our Real-Time Info Tool. Just select the relevant bus stop and check the time of arrival. Find out where your bus is and check if there are delays on the route.

Find the cheapest buses from San Bernardino to Santa Barbara

Looking for cheap tickets from San Bernardino to Santa Barbara? FlixBus has you covered. The distance between San Bernardino and Santa Barbara is 169 miles, which takes a minimum of 4 hours.
FlixBus has a large nationwide network, so you can travel onwards with us once you reach Santa Barbara.
So how to find the best ticket prices? Be sure to book in advance on our website or via our FlixBus App. When booking through the App, your ticket will be stored directly, making bus travel even more green and convenient!

Traveling from San Bernardino to Santa Barbara

The bus takes a minimum of 4 hours and you can expect 3 stops on your journey.

Traveling with FlixBus isn't just quick, it's cheap too. If you book in advance online or using the app, you can expect to pay as little as $15.99 for a ticket between San Bernardino and Santa Barbara, That's a great saving compared to traveling by train, car or plane!
What's more, bus travel is a more sustainable mode of transport. We're working towards making our entire FlixBus fleet 100% carbon neutral, and every customer can offset their carbon footprint by making a donation when they purchase their ticket.

Taking the bus from San Bernardino

San Bernardino is well-connected on the FlixBus network with 15 connections departing every day from 2 stations, making it very easy to travel across the country.

Arriving in Santa Barbara

With 5 bus station(s), San Bernardino is well-connected. Traveling with FlixBus around the country is very cheap and easy, as to get to Santa Barbara you can pick one of the 21 routes arriving daily.

What to expect onboard the FlixBus bus from San Bernardino to Santa Barbara

Once you've booked your bus tickets through the FlixBus App using one of our secure payment methods, you just need to bring your phone to use as your ticket - and your luggage, of course. Don't worry about packing light as you can bring one piece of carry-on luggage and one piece of hold luggage for your journey.
Want to be guaranteed the best seat in the house? You can choose yours when you book your ticket. Opt for a classic seat, a table seat, a panorama seat for a great view, or reserve the free seat beside you for extra space.
Once you've stowed your luggage away and settled in, sit back and enjoy the journey with the onboard services on your FlixBus bus including free Wi-Fi onboard, FLIXtainment - out entertainment portal, toilets and plug socket.Whether you need to fire off some emails during your trip, or you want to relax and enjoy the ride, we've got you covered.

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