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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Tempe to Santa Barbara. Traveling by bus from Tempe to Santa Barbara usually takes around 18 hours and 24 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus US bus can make the trip in 17 hours and 15 minutes.
| Distance | 450 mi (724 km) |
| Shortest duration | 17h 15m |
| Cheapest price | $86.84 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus US |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Tempe to Santa Barbara?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Tempe to Santa Barbara. FlixBus US is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 2 | 18h 24m | $172.96 |
FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 2 trips per day from Tempe to Santa Barbara, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 18 hours and 24 minutes to cover the 724 kilometers from Tempe to Santa Barbara. However, the fastest bus only takes 17 hours and 15 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week.
The first bus leaves at 11:00pm and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Tempe to Santa Barbara, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 buses per day from Tempe to Santa Barbara. However, neither bus offers direct service, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to transfer buses during the trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Tempe to Santa Barbara; ticket prices start at $134.08.
City Information
Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara is a major travel destination along the southern coast of California. Dramatically situated between the Pacific Ocean and the Santa Ynez Mountains, Santa Barbara offers incomparable scenery with a comfortably warm climate year-round. White stucco buildings with Mediterranean-style architecture, gorgeous beaches, and upscale local cuisine give Santa Barbara the nickname "The American Riviera."
There are many kinds of vacations to enjoy in Santa Barbara. You can spend days on the soft sand of Leadbetter Beach, surfing in the swells at Rincon Point, or shopping for trinkets along Stearns Wharf. Or embrace the area's history by visiting the Mission Santa Barbara, a Spanish mission founded in 1786. Highlights from the mission include Spanish architecture, a rose garden, a museum, and even crypts.
Santa Barbara Airport, only a few miles from downtown, serves passengers to the region. Amtrak's Pacific Surfliner stops in Santa Barbara on its way from San Diego to San Luis Obispo, with plenty of connections to other SoCal hotspots. Intercity buses, including FlixBus, offer routes from Santa Barbara to destinations like L.A., San Diego, and Las Vegas.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Tempe?
Main departure station: 872 S Rural Rd
Most buses depart from the main station in Tempe.
All bus stations in Tempe:
872 S Rural Rd
Where does the bus arrive in Santa Barbara?
Main arrival station: 209 State Street
All buses from Tempe arrive at one main station in Santa Barbara.
Bus stations in Santa Barbara:
209 State Street
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