Bus Tickets from Portland, OR to Santa Barbara

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TodayAug 29
TomorrowAug 30
from US$197
SunAug 31
MonSep 1
from US$203
TueSep 2
from US$215
WedSep 3
ThuSep 4
from US$193
FriSep 5
from US$177

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: August 30 at
    Departure city: Portland
    Departure location: Portland Curbside Bus Stop
    Arrival time: August 31 at
    Destination city: Santa Barbara
    Destination location: Santa Barbara Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 30 at
    Departure city: Portland
    Departure location: Portland Curbside Bus Stop
    Arrival time: September 1 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 go from Portland to Santa Barbara

Bus
Average PriceUS$172 - US$271Average Duration1d 9h
32kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
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Train
Average PriceUS$124 - US$290Average Duration1d 3h
115kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Portland 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, 3 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$124, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
1d 3hAverage Duration
US$124Cheapest ticket
115kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Portland, OR to Santa Barbara: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$177
Average Bus Trip Duration1d 9h
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure1:00am
Distance1262 km
Latest bus departure7:50pm

Portland to Santa Barbara Bus

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Bus service from Portland to Santa Barbara will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Portland to Santa Barbara, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Portland, OR - Santa Barbara

  1. What is the travel distance from Portland to Santa Barbara?

    Portland and Santa Barbara are 1262 km (783 miles) apart.

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Portland to Santa Barbara?

    Buses departing from Portland Union Station in Portland will take you to Train Station in Santa Barbara.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Portland to Santa Barbara that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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Did you know?

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

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

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.

Will you be returning to Portland, OR by bus?

Bus from Santa Barbara to Portland, OR

You can also go to Santa Barbara by train

Train from Portland, OR to Santa Barbara

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