Find coaches from Detroit, MI to Santa Barbara

Compare 2 ways to travel from Detroit to Santa Barbara

Bus
Average priceUS$238 - US$238Average duration2d 17h
82kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$521 - US$521Average duration3d 14h
299kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Detroit to Santa Barbara

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Santa Barbara. The journey takes about 2 days, 17 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just US$238, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
2d 17hAverage duration
US$238Cheapest ticket
82kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Detroit, MI to Santa Barbara: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$238
Average bus trip duration2d 17h
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure23:25
Distance2037 miles

Detroit to Santa Barbara Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Detroit, MI - Santa Barbara

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

    The journey from Detroit to Santa Barbara by coach covers an approximate distance of 2040 miles (3290 km).

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

    To travel from Detroit to Santa Barbara without flying, you can take the coaches. 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.

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 Detroit and Santa Barbara!

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

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Detroit to Santa Barbara will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Detroit to Santa Barbara while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

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 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 there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

What's the cheapest way to go from Detroit, MI to Santa Barbara?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Detroit, MI by bus?

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