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Compare 2 ways to travel from Santa Barbara to Berkeley

Bus
Average priceUS$36 - US$93Average duration9h 19m
11kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$68 - US$68Average duration9h 27m
41kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Santa Barbara to Berkeley

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Berkeley. The journey takes about 9 hours 19 minutes and with fares starting at just US$36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day
9h 19mAverage duration
US$36Cheapest ticket
11kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Santa Barbara to Berkeley: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$43
Average bus trip duration9h 19m
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure07:45
Distance275 miles
Latest bus departure22:20

Santa Barbara to Berkeley Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Santa Barbara - Berkeley

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

    The journey from Santa Barbara to Berkeley by coach covers an approximate distance of 279 miles (450 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Berkeley from Santa Barbara without flying?

    To travel from Santa Barbara to Berkeley without flying, you can take the coaches. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to Berkeley was searched and found on 19 Aug 2025 with a price of US$37

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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 Santa Barbara and Berkeley!

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

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Santa Barbara to Berkeley 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 Santa Barbara to Berkeley while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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 Santa Barbara to Berkeley?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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