Find coaches from Riverside, CA to Santa Barbara

Compare 2 ways to travel from Riverside to Santa Barbara

Bus
Average priceUS$50 - US$50Average duration8h
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$46 - US$66Average duration5h 38m
20kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Riverside to Santa Barbara

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Santa Barbara. The journey takes about 5 hours 38 minutes and with fares starting at just US$46, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
5h 38mAverage duration
US$46Cheapest ticket
20kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Riverside, CA to Santa Barbara: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$50
Average bus trip duration8h
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure09:35
Distance147 miles

Riverside to Santa Barbara Bus

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We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from Riverside to Santa Barbara.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Santa Barbara from Riverside, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

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

  1. How far is Santa Barbara from Riverside by coach?

    The distance between Riverside and Santa Barbara by coach is approximately 136 miles (219 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Santa Barbara from Riverside without a car?

    You can travel to Santa Barbara from Riverside by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Riverside, CA to Santa Barbara was searched and found on 25 Aug 2025 with a price of US$39

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Riverside, 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 Riverside 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.

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 Riverside to Santa Barbara.

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 Riverside to Santa Barbara.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Riverside 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.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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 Riverside, CA by bus?

Bus from Santa Barbara to Riverside, CA

You can also go to Santa Barbara by train

Train from Riverside, CA to Santa Barbara

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