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Compare all timetables for the bus from Santa Barbara, CA to Los Angeles

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Santa Barbara, CA to Los Angeles from various bus operators like FlixBus for the next days.
today
from $17
tomorrow
from $16
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
from $20
Friday
from $20
Saturday
from $15

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    1h 50m
    0
    6:45 PM
    Santa Barbara, CA
    Amtrak
    8:35 PM
    Los Angeles
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $17
  • FlixBus
    2h 0m
    0
    3:30 PM
    Santa Barbara, CA
    UC Santa Barbara
    5:30 PM
    Los Angeles
    University of California (curbside)
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $18
  • FlixBus
    2h 35m
    0
    3:30 PM
    Santa Barbara, CA
    UC Santa Barbara
    6:05 PM
    Los Angeles
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $18
  • FlixBus
    1h 40m
    0
    3:50 PM
    Santa Barbara, CA
    Amtrak
    5:30 PM
    Los Angeles
    University of California (curbside)
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $18
  • FlixBus
    2h 15m
    0
    3:50 PM
    Santa Barbara, CA
    Amtrak
    6:05 PM
    Los Angeles
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $18

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    1h 50m
    0
    6:45 PM
    Santa Barbara, CA
    Amtrak
    8:35 PM
    Los Angeles
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $16
  • FlixBus
    2h 0m
    0
    7:50 PM
    Santa Barbara, CA
    Amtrak
    9:50 PM
    Los Angeles
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $17
  • FlixBus
    1h 55m
    0
    7:30 PM
    Santa Barbara, CA
    UC Santa Barbara
    9:25 PM
    Los Angeles
    University of California (curbside)
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $17
  • FlixBus
    2h 20m
    0
    7:30 PM
    Santa Barbara, CA
    UC Santa Barbara
    9:50 PM
    Los Angeles
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $17
  • FlixBus
    1h 35m
    0
    7:50 PM
    Santa Barbara, CA
    Amtrak
    9:25 PM
    Los Angeles
    University of California (curbside)
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $17

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    2h 5m
    0
    3:20 PM
    Santa Barbara, CA
    Station
    5:25 PM
    Los Angeles
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $20

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    1h 50m
    0
    6:45 PM
    Santa Barbara, CA
    Station
    8:35 PM
    Los Angeles
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $20
  • FlixBus
    5h 30m
    0
    6:45 PM
    Santa Barbara, CA
    Station
    12:15 AM
    Los Angeles
    North Hollywood
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $46

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    2h 10m
    0
    1:10 PM
    Santa Barbara, CA
    UC Santa Barbara
    3:20 PM
    Los Angeles
    University of California (curbside)
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $15
  • FlixBus
    3h 0m
    0
    1:10 PM
    Santa Barbara, CA
    UC Santa Barbara
    4:10 PM
    Los Angeles
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $15
  • FlixBus
    1h 45m
    0
    1:35 PM
    Santa Barbara, CA
    Amtrak
    3:20 PM
    Los Angeles
    University of California (curbside)
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $15
  • FlixBus
    2h 35m
    0
    1:35 PM
    Santa Barbara, CA
    Amtrak
    4:10 PM
    Los Angeles
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $15
  • FlixBus
    2h 10m
    0
    6:25 PM
    Santa Barbara, CA
    Amtrak
    8:35 PM
    Los Angeles
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $15

Frequency of bus connections between Santa Barbara, CA and Los Angeles

See here how frequent the connections between Santa Barbara, CA and Los Angeles are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 14 daily buses from Santa Barbara, CA to Los Angeles. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Santa Barbara, CA and Los Angeles.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 23 buses from Santa Barbara, CA to Los Angeles, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Santa Barbara, CA and Los Angeles, with 15 offers.

Facts about the bus from Santa Barbara, CA to Los Angeles

Compare all providers like FlixBus that travel 7 times every day by bus from Santa Barbara, CA to Los Angeles in one click! Book your bus ticket from Santa Barbara, CA to Los Angeles starting from $15!

Cheapest Bus $15
Fastest Bus 1h 35m
Earliest Bus 3:30 PM
Latest Bus 6:25 PM
Daily Bus Routes 7 Ø
Distance 87.4 miles
Bus Companies FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Santa Barbara, CA to Los Angeles

Every day, 7 buses from 1 bus companies leave Santa Barbara, CA for Los Angeles: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 06/22/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 06/22
$17
Monday 06/23
$21
Tuesday 06/24
Wednesday 06/25
Thursday 06/26
$20
Friday 06/27
$46
Saturday 06/28
$15
Sunday 06/29
$20
Monday 06/30
$20
Tuesday 07/01
Wednesday 07/02
Thursday 07/03
Friday 07/04
Saturday 07/05
Sunday 07/06
$17
Monday 07/07
$18
Tuesday 07/08
Wednesday 07/09
Thursday 07/10
Friday 07/11
$16
Saturday 07/12
Sunday 07/13
$17
Monday 07/14
Tuesday 07/15
Wednesday 07/16
Thursday 07/17
Friday 07/18
Saturday 07/19

The cheapest time to travel from Santa Barbara, CA to Los Angeles

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Santa Barbara, CA to Los Angeles, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $15, Saturday is the cheapest day for a bus from Santa Barbara, CA to Los Angeles. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $20.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Santa Barbara, CA to Los Angeles, with $15. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $15.

How to save money travelling from Santa Barbara, CA to Los Angeles

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Santa Barbara, CA to Los Angeles in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Santa Barbara, CA to Los Angeles, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Santa Barbara, CA to Los Angeles are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Santa Barbara, CA to Los Angeles

These are the most booked bus companies between Santa Barbara, CA to Los Angeles from our users.

FlixBus from Santa Barbara, CA to Los Angeles

FlixBus

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Santa Barbara, CA to Los Angeles:

Cheapest Price $15
Fastest Bus 1h 35m
Earliest Bus 3:30 PM
Last Bus 6:25 PM
Daily Connections 7 Ø
Found on 6/19/2025

All bus stations and stops in Santa Barbara, CA and Los Angeles

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Santa Barbara, CA and Los Angeles.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Santa Barbara, CA to Los Angeles

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Santa Barbara, CA to Los Angeles? Or which bus companies serve the route Santa Barbara, CA to Los Angeles? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Santa Barbara, CA to Los Angeles bus

How much does a Santa Barbara, CA Los Angeles bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $15 and takes 2h 10m to reach Los Angeles. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Santa Barbara, CA to Los Angeles?

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $15 and $46. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Los Angeles.

On average, how many connections are available from Santa Barbara, CA to Los Angeles each day?

Every day, the Santa Barbara, CA to Los Angeles bus route is served by approximately 7 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Santa Barbara, CA to Los Angeles take?

The fastest bus from Santa Barbara, CA to Los Angeles is offered by FlixBus and takes 1h 35m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $17. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Santa Barbara, CA to Los Angeles?

The earliest bus arriving in Los Angeles from Santa Barbara, CA starts at 3:30 PM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Santa Barbara, CA to Los Angeles?

The latest bus trip departing from Santa Barbara, CA for Los Angeles starts at 6:25 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Santa Barbara, CA Los Angeles route?

When traveling by bus from Santa Barbara, CA to Los Angeles, passengers can travel with FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Barbara, CA and Los Angeles?

You can check all the direct connections between Santa Barbara, CA and Los Angeles by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Santa Barbara, CA to Los Angeles bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Santa Barbara, CA Los Angeles bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Santa Barbara, CA Los Angeles bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Santa Barbara, CA to Los Angeles on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Santa Barbara, CA to Los Angeles

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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