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Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Santa Barbara to Buellton. Traveling by bus from Santa Barbara to Buellton usually takes around 4 hours and 30 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Thruway bus can make the trip in 3 hours and 48 minutes.
| Distance | 31 mi (50 km) |
| Shortest duration | 3h 48m |
| Cheapest price | €9.42 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Thruway |
| Bus lines | 1 |
How much is a bus ticket from Santa Barbara to Buellton?
€17.35 is the average price of a bus ticket from Santa Barbara to Buellton. 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.
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 €15 – the lowest of the year.
Alternatively, if you plan to travel from Santa Barbara to Buellton in January, expect to spend more on your bus trip, as the average ticket price may surge to €27 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
To save money on bus tickets, buy them as early as possible. Bus carriers usually charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel. Booking in advance is the best way to find affordable prices and save money on your trip.
What bus companies travel from Santa Barbara to Buellton?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Santa Barbara to Buellton. 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 | 4h 30m | €19.78 |
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 Buellton start at €9. On average, there are 1 Amtrak Thruway bus trips on this route every day.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 4 hours and 30 minutes to cover the 50 kilometers from Santa Barbara to Buellton. However, the fastest bus only takes 3 hours and 48 minutes. In other words, you'll have plenty of time to rest and relax on the road. 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.
"Tuesday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, 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."
There is usually only one bus per day from Santa Barbara to Buellton. It leaves the station in Santa Barbara at 18:00 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 bus per day from Santa Barbara to Buellton. 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 Buellton; ticket prices start at €9.42.
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: Transportation Center
Buses to Buellton leave from 8 stations in Santa Barbara.
All bus stations in Santa Barbara:
Transportation Center
Ventura Transit Station Bus Stops
475 Linden Ave
718 West Ventura St
Carl's Jr restaurant
601 Truxtun Ave - Transit Station
Denny's restaurant
Tehachapi Park and Ride
Where does the bus arrive in Buellton?
Main arrival station: 237 East Hwy 246
All buses from Santa Barbara arrive at one main station in Buellton.
Bus stations in Buellton:
237 East Hwy 246
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