Bus Santa Barbara, CA to San Diego: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Santa Barbara, CA to San Diego

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Santa Barbara, CA to San Diego from various bus operators like FlixBus for the next days.

today

tomorrow

Sunday

Monday

$45

Tuesday

Wednesday

$50

Thursday

$70

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	8h 0m	2:45 PM	Santa Barbara, CA	Station	10:45 PM	San Diego	San Ysidro Transit Center	Economy	$45	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Station, Santa Barbara, CA (USA) at 12/8/2025 2:45:00 PM to San Ysidro Transit Center, San Diego (USA) arriving at 12/8/2025 10:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $45 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 0m
FlixBus	7h 30m	2:45 PM	Santa Barbara, CA	Station	10:15 PM	San Diego	Seaport Village	Economy	$55	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Station, Santa Barbara, CA (USA) at 12/8/2025 2:45:00 PM to Seaport Village, San Diego (USA) arriving at 12/8/2025 10:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $55 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 30m
FlixBus	9h 5m	2:45 PM	Santa Barbara, CA	Station	11:50 PM	San Diego	Old Town Transit Center	Economy	$56	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Station, Santa Barbara, CA (USA) at 12/8/2025 2:45:00 PM to Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) arriving at 12/8/2025 11:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $56 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 5m
FlixBus	7h 0m	2:45 PM	Santa Barbara, CA	Station	9:45 PM	San Diego	La Jolla Village	Economy	$56	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Station, Santa Barbara, CA (USA) at 12/8/2025 2:45:00 PM to La Jolla Village, San Diego (USA) arriving at 12/8/2025 9:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $56 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	8h 0m	2:45 PM	Santa Barbara, CA	Station	10:45 PM	San Diego	San Ysidro Transit Center		Economy	$50	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Station, Santa Barbara, CA (USA) at 12/10/2025 2:45:00 PM to San Ysidro Transit Center, San Diego (USA) arriving at 12/10/2025 10:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $50 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 0m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	8h 0m	2:45 PM	Santa Barbara, CA	Station	10:45 PM	San Diego	San Ysidro Transit Center		Economy	$70	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Station, Santa Barbara, CA (USA) at 12/11/2025 2:45:00 PM to San Ysidro Transit Center, San Diego (USA) arriving at 12/11/2025 10:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $70 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 0m

Did you know that if you travel from Santa Barbara, CA to San Diego via Los Angeles, you can save more than $18? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  7h 30m
  
  0
  
  2:45 PM
  
  Santa Barbara, CA
  Station
  
  5:05 PM
  
  Los Angeles
  Union Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $27
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Station, Santa Barbara, CA (USA) at 12/10/2025 2:45:00 PM to Union Station, Los Angeles (USA) arriving at 12/10/2025 5:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 20m
- Busbud
  
  3h 45m
  
  0
  
  6:30 PM
  
  Los Angeles
  Union Station
  
  10:15 PM
  
  San Diego
  Seaport Village
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $25
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Union Station, Los Angeles (USA) at 12/10/2025 6:30:00 PM to Seaport Village, San Diego (USA) arriving at 12/10/2025 10:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $25 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 45m
Travel Time is 0h 30m shorter, and you will save $18

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Santa Barbara, CA to San Diego is $45 on 12/8/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Facts about the bus from Santa Barbara, CA to San Diego

Compare all providers like FlixBus that travel 2 times every day by bus from Santa Barbara, CA to San Diego in one click! Book your bus ticket from Santa Barbara, CA to San Diego starting from $45!

Cheapest Bus	$45
Fastest Bus	7h 0m
Earliest Bus	2:45 PM
Latest Bus	2:45 PM
Daily Bus Routes	2 Ø
Distance	187.9 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Santa Barbara, CA to San Diego

Every day, 2 buses from 1 bus companies leave Santa Barbara, CA for San Diego: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/05/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 11/30

Monday 12/01

Tuesday 12/02

Wednesday 12/03

Thursday 12/04

Friday 12/05

Saturday 12/06

Sunday 12/07

Monday 12/08

$55

Tuesday 12/09

Wednesday 12/10

$50

Thursday 12/11

$70

Friday 12/12

Saturday 12/13

Sunday 12/14

Monday 12/15

Tuesday 12/16

Wednesday 12/17

Thursday 12/18

Friday 12/19

Saturday 12/20

Sunday 12/21

Monday 12/22

Tuesday 12/23

Wednesday 12/24

Thursday 12/25

Friday 12/26

Saturday 12/27

How to save money travelling from Santa Barbara, CA to San Diego

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 San Diego 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 San Diego, 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 San Diego are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Santa Barbara, CA and San Diego

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

Amtrak

Airbus Stop

UC Santa Barbara

Ocean Rd 18

Anacapa & De La Guerra

San Luis Obispo

Santa Barbara Ave 1980

Old Town Transit Center

Congress Street 2727

San Ysidro Transit Center

E San Ysidro Blvd 723

Santa Fe Depot

Kettner Blvd 1050

Seaport Village

W Harbor Dr 789

La Jolla Village

Hyatt Regency

Service and Comfort on the bus from Santa Barbara, CA to San Diego

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

FAQs about the Santa Barbara, CA to San Diego bus

How much does a Santa Barbara, CA San Diego bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $45 and takes 8h 0m to reach San Diego. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Santa Barbara, CA to San Diego?

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $45 and $70. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to San Diego.

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

Every day, the Santa Barbara, CA to San Diego bus route is served by approximately 2 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 San Diego take?

The fastest bus from Santa Barbara, CA to San Diego is offered by FlixBus and takes 7h 0m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $56. 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 San Diego?

The earliest bus arriving in San Diego from Santa Barbara, CA starts at 2:45 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 San Diego?

The latest bus trip departing from Santa Barbara, CA for San Diego starts at 2:45 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 San Diego route?

When traveling by bus from Santa Barbara, CA to San Diego, 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 San Diego?

You can check all the direct connections between Santa Barbara, CA and San Diego 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 San Diego 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 San Diego 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 San Diego 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 San Diego on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Santa Barbara, CA to San Diego

Economy

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

More bus routes to Santa Barbara, CA and to San Diego

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Santa Barbara, CA and to San Diego. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!