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Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Santa Barbara to Solvang. Traveling by bus from Santa Barbara to Solvang usually takes around 3 hours and 50 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Thruway bus can make the trip in 3 hours and 43 minutes.
| Distance | 28 mi (45 km) |
| Shortest duration | 3h 43m |
| Cheapest price | $15.18 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Thruway |
| Bus lines | 1 |
How much is a bus ticket from Santa Barbara to Solvang?
$17.94 is the average price of a bus ticket from Santa Barbara to Solvang. This is currently one of the best deals in bus travel. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.
Average prices by travel date
Bus tickets from Santa Barbara to Solvang are expected to cost between $18 and $23 over the next four weeks. If you're planning a trip to Solvang within the next week, you can find the cheapest bus tickets starting from $18. Don't wait too long to book your ticket, as prices tend to rise as the travel date approaches.
Monthly average prices
The lowest bus ticket prices on this route can usually be found in November. That’s when the average price of a bus ticket is expected to be just $19 – the lowest of the year.
Alternatively, if you plan to travel from Santa Barbara to Solvang in April, expect to spend more on your bus trip, as the average ticket price may surge to $37 at that time of year. However, if you book your trip ahead of time, you can still score a ticket at a lower price.
Prices as travel date approaches
Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. The best way to find cheap bus tickets is to book at least 10 days in advance. By doing so, you can expect to save C$48.77 on your bus ticket compared to booking at the last minute.
What bus companies travel from Santa Barbara to Solvang?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Santa Barbara to Solvang. Amtrak Thruway 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Thruway | 1 | 3h 51m | $19.79 |
Amtrak Thruway, also known as Amtrak Thruway Motorcoach, is a system of intercity passenger buses operated by Amtrak to connect train stations to areas that are not served by the carrier’s railroads. On the bus, passengers can enjoy comfortable reclining seats with leg rests and access to onboard restroom facilities. Amtrak Thruway bus tickets from Santa Barbara to Solvang start at $15. On average, there are 1 Amtrak Thruway bus trips on this route every day.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 3 hours and 50 minutes to cover the 45 kilometers from Santa Barbara to Solvang. However, the fastest bus only takes 3 hours and 43 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.
Sunday tends to be the busiest day for buses, as many passengers take the bus to Solvang at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Saturday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Saturday ticket is the way to go.
There is usually only one bus per day from Santa Barbara to Solvang. It leaves the station in Santa Barbara at 7:00pm 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 Santa Barbara to Solvang. However, it is not a direct bus, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to change buses during the trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Santa Barbara to Solvang; ticket prices start at $15.18.
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 Santa Barbara?
Main departure station: 475 Linden Ave
Buses to Solvang leave from 7 stations in Santa Barbara.
All bus stations in Santa Barbara:
475 Linden Ave
Transportation Center
Ventura Transit Station Bus Stops
Carl's Jr restaurant
Tehachapi Park and Ride
601 Truxtun Ave - Transit Station
Denny's restaurant
Where does the bus arrive in Solvang?
Main arrival station: 1630 Mission Dr
All buses from Santa Barbara arrive at one main station in Solvang.
Bus stations in Solvang:
1630 Mission Dr
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