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One passenger / one way

  • Departure time: 5 September at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: Santa Barbara Station
    Arrival time: 7 September at
    Destination city: El Paso
    Destination location: Greyhound Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound
    FlixBus + Greyhound
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 8 September at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: Santa Barbara Station
    Arrival time: 10 September at
    Destination city: El Paso
    Destination location: Greyhound Station
    Operated by: Greyhound + FlixBus
    Greyhound + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 10 February at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: Santa Barbara (University of California), CA
    Arrival time: 11 February at
    Destination city: El Paso
    Destination location: Greyhound Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound
    FlixBus + Greyhound
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 10 February at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: Santa Barbara Station
    Arrival time: 11 February at
    Destination city: El Paso
    Destination location: Greyhound Station
    Operated by: Greyhound + FlixBus
    Greyhound + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 21 February at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: Santa Barbara Station
    Arrival time: 22 February at
    Destination city: El Paso
    Destination location: Greyhound Station
    Operated by: Greyhound + FlixBus
    Greyhound + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Santa Barbara to El Paso

Bus
Average priceUS$69 - US$154Average duration20h 5m
32kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$140 - US$146Average duration19h 41m
115kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Santa Barbara to El Paso

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach El Paso. The journey takes about 20 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just US$69, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
20h 5mAverage duration
US$69Cheapest ticket
32kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Santa Barbara to El Paso, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$98
Average bus trip duration20h 5m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure14:45
Distance784 miles
Latest bus departure18:45

Santa Barbara to El Paso Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Santa Barbara to El Paso. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from Santa Barbara to El Paso.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to El Paso from Santa Barbara, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Santa Barbara - El Paso, US

  1. What's the distance between Santa Barbara and El Paso by coach?

    The distance between Santa Barbara and El Paso by coach is approximately 789 miles (1273 km).

  2. How can I travel from Santa Barbara to El Paso avoiding air travel?

    You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. 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 also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to El Paso, US was searched and found on 27 Aug 2025 with a price of US$278

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Santa Barbara to El Paso, US as early as possible.

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 El Paso!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Santa Barbara to El Paso.

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 Santa Barbara to El Paso.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Santa Barbara to El Paso 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.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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

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

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Santa Barbara by bus?

Bus from El Paso, US to Santa Barbara

You can also go to El Paso, US by train

Train from Santa Barbara to El Paso, US

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