Bus Tickets from Santa Barbara to Seattle

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TodayAug 28
TomorrowAug 29
from US$178
SatAug 30
from US$168
SunAug 31
from US$181
MonSep 1
from US$176
TueSep 2
from US$180
WedSep 3
from US$167
ThuSep 4

Next departures to Seattle

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: August 29 at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: Santa Barbara Station
    Arrival time: August 31 at
    Destination city: Seattle
    Destination location: Greyhound Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 29 at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: Train Station
    Arrival time: August 30 at
    Destination city: Seattle
    Destination location: Seattle King Street Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 29 at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: Santa Barbara Station
    Arrival time: August 31 at
    Destination city: Seattle
    Destination location: Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 29 at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: Train Station
    Arrival time: August 30 at
    Destination city: Seattle
    Destination location: Seattle King Street Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 29 at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: Santa Barbara Station
    Arrival time: August 31 at
    Destination city: Seattle
    Destination location: University of Washington
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Santa Barbara to Seattle

Bus
Average PriceUS$162 - US$357Average Duration1d 10h
37kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
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Train
Average PriceUS$124 - US$290Average Duration1d 7h
135kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Santa Barbara to Seattle

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Seattle. The journey takes about 1 day, 7 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$124, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
1d 7hAverage Duration
US$124Cheapest ticket
135kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Santa Barbara to Seattle: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$192
Average Bus Trip Duration1d 10h
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure12:00pm
Distance1489 km
Latest bus departure6:45pm

Santa Barbara to Seattle Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Santa Barbara to Seattle, 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 Santa Barbara - Seattle

  1. How far is Santa Barbara from Seattle?

    The distance between Santa Barbara and Seattle is approximately 1485 km (921 miles).

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

    Buses departing from Train Station in Santa Barbara will take you to Greyhound Station in Seattle.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
08-26
No data
08-27
US$311
Today
US$311
08-29
US$321
08-30
US$284
08-31
US$666
09-01
US$265
09-02
US$260
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to Seattle was searched and found on Sep 2, 2025 with a price of US$260

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 Seattle, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$260 to US$1,320 for a bus ticket from Santa Barbara to Seattle based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$260 which is on 2025-09-02.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Santa Barbara to Seattle.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 Santa Barbara to Seattle, 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 Santa Barbara to Seattle 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!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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 Santa Barbara by bus?

Bus from Seattle to Santa Barbara

You can also go to Seattle by train

Train from Santa Barbara to Seattle

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