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Santa Barbara to Las Vegas Coach Timetable
Coach from Santa Barbara to Las Vegas: Journey Information
There is one daily coach from Santa Barbara to Las Vegas. Traveling by coach from Santa Barbara to Las Vegas usually takes around 10 hours and 6 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Thruway coach can make the trip in 9 hours and 50 minutes.
| Distance | 284 mi (457 km) |
| Shortest duration | 9h 50m |
| Cheapest price | TRY 4,141.76 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Thruway |
| Coach lines | 1 |
Price trends for coaches from Santa Barbara to Las Vegas
Average coach ticket prices from Santa Barbara to Las Vegas by month
What coach companies travel from Santa Barbara to Las Vegas?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Santa Barbara to Las Vegas. 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.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Thruway | 1 | 10h 6m | TRY 4,141.76 |
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 Las Vegas start at TRY 4,142. On average, there are 1 Amtrak Thruway bus trips on this route every day.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Santa Barbara to Las Vegas
The coach takes an average of 10 hours and 6 minutes to cover the 284 miles from Santa Barbara to Las Vegas. However, the fastest coach only takes 9 hours and 50 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach 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 coaches 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, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the coach, traveling mid-week is your best bet."
There is usually only one coach per day from Santa Barbara to Las Vegas. It leaves the station in Santa Barbara at 11:00 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 coach per day from Santa Barbara to Las Vegas. Fortunately, this happens to be a direct coach, meaning that you do not have to get on a different coach at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Santa Barbara to Las Vegas; ticket prices start at TRY 4,141.76.
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 coaches, including FlixBus, offer routes from Santa Barbara to destinations like L.A., San Diego, and Las Vegas.
Las Vegas
People say that Las Vegas is a Disneyland for adults and they have a point – with more than 50 casinos and dozens of nightclubs in the Strip area alone, Vegas is the place where you can let loose and have some good old fun.
Why travel the globe when you can see some of the most iconic landmarks in the world right there next to each other on the Las Vegas Strip? Just by walking down the street, you can visit the Eiffel Tower (at the Paris Hotel), check out the Statue of Liberty (at the New York-New York Hotel & Casino), or go for a gondola ride down the canals of Venice (at the Venetian Resort).
Yes, the many gambling opportunities attract millions of visitors to Sin City every year, but it’s the unique shows and concert residencies that have made Las Vegas one of the key entertainment destinations in the world. While you can certainly relax by the pool during the day, Vegas is definitely not a vacation destination if you’re looking for peace and quiet. When you’re in Las Vegas, you better be ready to hit the town, and if you’re lucky – the jackpot!
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Santa Barbara?
Main departure station: 209 State Street
Most coaches depart from the main station in Santa Barbara.
All coach stations in Santa Barbara:
209 State Street
Where does the coach arrive in Las Vegas?
Main arrival station: Tour Bus Loading Zone
All coaches from Santa Barbara arrive at one main station in Las Vegas.
Coach stations in Las Vegas:
Tour Bus Loading Zone
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