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Coach from Las Vegas to Santa Barbara: Journey Information
There are 3 intercity coaches per day from Las Vegas to Santa Barbara. Traveling by coach from Las Vegas to Santa Barbara usually takes around 10 hours and 12 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus US coach can make the trip in 8 hours and 50 minutes.
| Distance | 284 mi (457 km) |
| Shortest duration | 8h 50m |
| Cheapest price | £33.07 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus US |
| Coach lines | 2 |
How much is a coach ticket from Las Vegas to Santa Barbara?
Bus tickets for a trip from Las Vegas to Santa Barbara cost £37.40 on average. Tickets cheaper than £37.40 are an excellent bargain. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Monthly average prices
What coach companies travel from Las Vegas to Santa Barbara?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Las Vegas to Santa Barbara that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, FlixBus US usually offers more choice, with 3 scheduled trips per day.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Thruway | 1 | 10h 15m | £72.96 |
| FlixBus US | 3 | 10h 12m | £64.74 |
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 Las Vegas to Santa Barbara start at £73. On average, there are 1 Amtrak Thruway bus trips on this route every day.
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 3 trips per day from Las Vegas to Santa Barbara, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Las Vegas to Santa Barbara
The coach takes an average of 10 hours and 12 minutes to cover the 284 miles from Las Vegas to Santa Barbara. However, the fastest coach only takes 8 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.
Because many passengers travel from Las Vegas to Santa Barbara at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for coaches. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, 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.
The first coach leaves at 00:00 and the last coach leaves at 09:00. To see the times for all coaches from Las Vegas to Santa Barbara, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 3 scheduled coaches that travel from Las Vegas to Santa Barbara every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. However, only one of these is a direct coach. With direct service, you do not have to transfer onto a different coach at any point during your trip. Direct coaches also tend to be significantly faster, which is worth bearing in mind as you compare the available options.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Las Vegas to Santa Barbara; ticket prices start at £54.91.
City Information
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!
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.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Las Vegas?
Main departure station: 3200 S Las Vegas Blvd
Coaches to Santa Barbara leave from 3 stations in Las Vegas.
All coach stations in Las Vegas:
3200 S Las Vegas Blvd
South 1st Street
Tour Bus Loading Zone
Where does the coach arrive in Santa Barbara?
Main arrival station: 209 State Street
All coaches from Las Vegas arrive at one main station in Santa Barbara.
Coach stations in Santa Barbara:
209 State Street
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