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Ventura to Santa Barbara Bus Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from Ventura to Santa Barbara?
There are usually 3 daily train trips available from Ventura to Santa Barbara.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price$17.41 | Avg. Price$17.00 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips1 | Daily Trips3 |
Duration | Duration0h 45m | Duration0h 43m |
Bus from Ventura to Santa Barbara: Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Ventura to Santa Barbara. Traveling by bus from Ventura to Santa Barbara usually takes around 46 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus US bus can make the trip in 30 minutes.
| Distance | 29 mi (46 km) |
| Shortest duration | 0h 30m |
| Cheapest price | $13.98 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Thruway |
| Bus lines | 2 |
Price trends for buses from Ventura to Santa Barbara
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What bus companies travel from Ventura to Santa Barbara?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Ventura to Santa Barbara that you can compare and book on Wanderu. However, each company only runs one bus per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Thruway | 1 | 0h 49m | $18.00 |
| FlixBus US | 1 | 0h 30m | $14.38 |
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 Ventura to Santa Barbara start at $18. 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 1 trips per day from Ventura to Santa Barbara, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Ventura to Santa Barbara
The bus takes an average of 46 minutes to cover the 29 miles from Ventura to Santa Barbara. However, the fastest bus only takes 30 minutes. It's a short trip that goes by very quickly. 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 Santa Barbara 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, Friday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Friday ticket is the way to go.
There is usually only one bus per day from Ventura to Santa Barbara. It leaves the station in Ventura 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 Ventura 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 Ventura to Santa Barbara; ticket prices start at $17.00.
City Information
Ventura
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Ventura is a beach town near LA, located on the Central Coast of California. It is known for its different beaches, like the San Buenaventura State Beach, which features the wooden Ventura Pier. Ventura is known as one of the best surf towns in America, with scenic coasts and impressive waves. Surfer's Point is the town's most popular spot for surfing and windsurfing. One of the popular tourist locations in the city is Channel Islands National Park, which is a habitat for rare island foxes and scrub jays, and can be accessed by boat from the Ventura Harbor. Explore Main Street in Downtown Ventura for more landmarks and historical sites.
Ventura has a lively art scene, with different galleries and museums in the downtown area. Enjoy entertaining theatre at the Rubicon Theatre Company, or go on short-day cruises with friends and family. The city also offers an eclectic food scene with Polynesian and Nepalese restaurants and wineries that will surprise you. Its nightlife consists of bars, lounges, breweries, comedy clubs, and taprooms, like The Tavern, all littered in Downtown Ventura.
Ventura is easily accessible from other cities by train routes provided by Amtrak and Amtrak Pacific Surfliner and bus lines by FlixBus US and Amtrak Thruway. The Ventura County Transportation Commission provides commuter bus routes throughout the city.
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 Ventura?
Main departure station: Ventura Transit Station Bus Stops
Most buses depart from the main station in Ventura.
All bus stations in Ventura:
Ventura Transit Station Bus Stops
Where does the bus arrive in Santa Barbara?
Main arrival station: 209 State Street
All buses from Ventura arrive at one main station in Santa Barbara.
All bus stations in Santa Barbara:
209 State Street
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