Bus Tickets from Stockton, CA to Santa Barbara

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: September 1 at
    Departure city: Stockton
    Departure location: Stockton (GLI), CA
    Arrival time: September 2 at
    Destination city: Santa Barbara
    Destination location: Santa Barbara Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Stockton to Santa Barbara

Bus
Average PriceUS$57 - US$87Average Duration12h 30m
10kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$62 - US$126Average Duration8h 32m
38kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Stockton to Santa Barbara

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Santa Barbara. The journey takes about 8 hours 32 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$62, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
8h 32mAverage Duration
US$62Cheapest ticket
38kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Stockton, CA to Santa Barbara: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$76
Average Bus Trip Duration12h 30m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure8:45am
Distance418 km
Latest bus departure11:25pm

Stockton to Santa Barbara Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Stockton, CA - Santa Barbara

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

    It's about 420 km (260 miles) from Stockton to Santa Barbara.

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

    Buses departing from Stockton Bus Station in Stockton will take you to Train Station in Santa Barbara.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Stockton, CA to Santa Barbara was searched and found on Sep 1, 2025 with a price of US$83

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

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Stockton to Santa Barbara.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Stockton to Santa Barbara, get comfy and count the stars.

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 Stockton to Santa Barbara.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Stockton to Santa Barbara, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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.

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

Will you be returning to Stockton, CA by bus?

Bus from Santa Barbara to Stockton, CA

You can also go to Santa Barbara by train

Train from Stockton, CA to Santa Barbara

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