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  • Departure time: 23 April at
    Departure city: Fort Lauderdale
    Departure location: Hollywood, Sheridan Street Tri-Rail Station
    Arrival time: 26 April at
    Destination city: Santa Barbara
    Destination location: Santa Barbara Station
    Operated by: Greyhound + FlixBus
    Greyhound + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 23 April at
    Departure city: Fort Lauderdale
    Departure location: Fort Lauderdale International Airport (Long-Haul bus zone)
    Arrival time: 26 April at
    Destination city: Santa Barbara
    Destination location: Santa Barbara Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound
    FlixBus + Greyhound
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 23 April at
    Departure city: Fort Lauderdale
    Departure location: Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride
    Arrival time: 26 April at
    Destination city: Santa Barbara
    Destination location: Santa Barbara Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound
    FlixBus + Greyhound
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 30 July at
    Departure city: Fort Lauderdale
    Departure location: Hollywood, Sheridan Street Tri-Rail Station
    Arrival time: 2 August at
    Destination city: Santa Barbara
    Destination location: Santa Barbara Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound
    FlixBus + Greyhound
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 30 July at
    Departure city: Fort Lauderdale
    Departure location: Hollywood, Sheridan Street Tri-Rail Station
    Arrival time: 2 August at
    Destination city: Santa Barbara
    Destination location: Santa Barbara Station
    Operated by: Greyhound + FlixBus
    Greyhound + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Fort Lauderdale to Santa Barbara

Bus
Average priceUS$279 - US$281Average duration3d 1h
97kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$623 - US$623Average duration5d 12h
353kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Fort Lauderdale to Santa Barbara

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Santa Barbara. The journey takes about 3 days, 1 hour 45 minutes and with fares starting at just US$279, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
3d 1hAverage duration
US$279Cheapest ticket
97kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Fort Lauderdale to Santa Barbara: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$279
Average bus trip duration3d 1h
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure14:00
Distance2409 miles
Latest bus departure16:05

Fort Lauderdale to Santa Barbara Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Fort Lauderdale - Santa Barbara

  1. How far is Santa Barbara from Fort Lauderdale by coach?

    The journey from Fort Lauderdale to Santa Barbara by coach covers an approximate distance of 2411 miles (3888 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Fort Lauderdale to Santa Barbara without flying?

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Fort Lauderdale and Santa Barbara!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Fort Lauderdale to Santa Barbara, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Fort Lauderdale to Santa Barbara will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Fort Lauderdale to Santa Barbara while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

What's the cheapest way to go from Fort Lauderdale to Santa Barbara?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

You can also go to Santa Barbara by train

Train from Fort Lauderdale to Santa Barbara

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