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Today29 Aug
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Sun31 Aug
Mon1 Sept
Tue2 Sept
from US$297
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 2 September at
    Departure city: Houston
    Departure location: Downtown Gray & Smith
    Arrival time: 4 September at
    Destination city: Santa Barbara
    Destination location: Santa Barbara Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 2 September at
    Departure city: Houston
    Departure location: Houston Bus Station
    Arrival time: 4 September at
    Destination city: Santa Barbara
    Destination location: Santa Barbara Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 2 September at
    Departure city: Houston
    Departure location: Houston Bus Station
    Arrival time: 4 September at
    Destination city: Santa Barbara
    Destination location: Santa Barbara Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 2 September at
    Departure city: Houston
    Departure location: Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
    Arrival time: 4 September at
    Destination city: Santa Barbara
    Destination location: Santa Barbara Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines Mexico + Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines Mexico + Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 2 September at
    Departure city: Houston
    Departure location: Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby
    Arrival time: 4 September at
    Destination city: Santa Barbara
    Destination location: Santa Barbara Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Houston to Santa Barbara

Bus
Average priceUS$140 - US$516Average duration1d 20h
58kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$226 - US$226Average duration1d 19h
213kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Houston to Santa Barbara

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Santa Barbara. The journey takes about 1 day, 19 hours 19 minutes and with fares starting at just US$226, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
1d 19hAverage duration
US$226Cheapest ticket
213kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Houston, US to Santa Barbara: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$224
Average bus trip duration1d 20h
Number of daily buses6
Earliest bus departure02:00
Distance1447 miles
Latest bus departure19:00

Houston to Santa Barbara Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Houston, US - Santa Barbara

  1. How far is Santa Barbara from Houston by coach?

    The journey from Houston to Santa Barbara by coach covers an approximate distance of 1455 miles (2347 km).

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

    To travel from Houston to Santa Barbara without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Houston to Santa Barbara.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Houston to Santa Barbara, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Houston to Santa Barbara.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Houston to Santa Barbara.

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

What's the cheapest way to go from Houston, US to Santa Barbara?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Houston, US by bus?

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You can also go to Santa Barbara by train

Train from Houston, US to Santa Barbara

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