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Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Paso Robles to Santa Barbara. Traveling by bus from Paso Robles to Santa Barbara usually takes around 3 hours and 16 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus US bus can make the trip in 3 hours and 10 minutes.
| Distance | 100 mi (161 km) |
| Shortest duration | 3h 10m |
| Cheapest price | $53.44 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus US |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Paso Robles to Santa Barbara?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Paso Robles to Santa Barbara. FlixBus US is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 1 | 3h 16m | $54.30 |
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 1 trips per day from Paso Robles to Santa Barbara, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 3 hours and 16 minutes to cover the 161 kilometers from Paso Robles to Santa Barbara. However, the fastest bus only takes 3 hours and 10 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. 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.
"With many people traveling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for bus travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Santa Barbara, book your ticket for the last day of the week."
There is usually only one bus per day from Paso Robles to Santa Barbara. It leaves the station in Paso Robles at 6:00pm each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
There is usually only one bus per day from Paso Robles to Santa Barbara. Fortunately, this happens to be a direct bus, meaning that you do not have to get on a different bus at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Paso Robles to Santa Barbara; ticket prices start at $36.99.
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 Paso Robles?
Main departure station: Intermodal Station - 800 Pine St
Most buses depart from the main station in Paso Robles.
All bus stations in Paso Robles:
Intermodal Station - 800 Pine St
Where does the bus arrive in Santa Barbara?
Main arrival station: 209 State Street
All buses from Paso Robles arrive at one main station in Santa Barbara.
Bus stations in Santa Barbara:
209 State Street
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