Find coaches from Santa Barbara to Houston, US

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Next departures from Santa Barbara to Houston on 30 August
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Santa Barbara Station
Downtown Gray & SmithCheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Santa Barbara Station
The Woodlands - Windvale CenterFastest
Amtrak
Train Station
Amtrak StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit
Santa Barbara Station
Houston Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Santa Barbara Station
The Woodlands - Windvale CenterNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Santa Barbara to Houston

Bus
Average priceUS$160 - US$271Average duration1d 19h
58kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$369 - US$376Average duration1d 14h
213kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Santa Barbara to Houston

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Houston. The journey takes about 1 day, 19 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just US$160, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day
1d 19hAverage duration
US$160Cheapest ticket
58kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Santa Barbara to Houston, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$194
Average bus trip duration1d 19h
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure14:45
Distance1435 miles
Latest bus departure18:45

Santa Barbara to Houston Bus

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

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

    The distance between Santa Barbara and Houston by coach is approximately 1455 miles (2347 km).

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

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. 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.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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27/08
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28/08
US$531
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30/08
US$505
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to Houston, US was searched and found on 30 Aug 2025 with a price of US$505

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 Houston, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$505 to US$1,165 for a bus ticket from Santa Barbara to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$505, which is on 2025-08-30.

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 Houston!

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 Houston.

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 Houston.

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

Did you know?

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

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 Houston, US?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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