How to Travel from
Austin to Santa Barbara
by Route or Car
Five ways to Travel from Austin to Santa Barbara
Select an Option Below to Start Your Journey
Cheapest
By car (2 389 km)
22 h 49 min
2389 km.
from $131
Other
Bus, Plane (Fly to Burbank Bob Hope Airport)
9 h 20 min
2108 km.
from $175.78
Bus
36 h 6 min
2109 km.
from $427.24
Train
40 h 18 min
2108 km.
from $383.83
Bus, Plane (Fly to Los Angeles International Airport)
8 h 22 min
2108 km.
from $118.61
Transport providers
Airlines
Spirit Airlines
Website:
spirit.com
Plane from Austin–Bergstrom International Airport to Los
Ave. Duration:
3h 31m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$38.22–$343.94
American Airlines
Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Austin–Bergstrom International Airport to Santa
Ave. Duration:
6h 16m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.60–$764.32
Plane from Austin–Bergstrom International Airport to Los
Ave. Duration:
3h 37m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.28–$420.37
Plane from Austin–Bergstrom International Airport to Burbank
Ave. Duration:
5h 29m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.86–$458.59
Delta
Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Austin–Bergstrom International Airport to Santa
Ave. Duration:
9h 3m
Frequency:
Sunday
Estimated price:
$254.77–$458.59
Plane from Austin–Bergstrom International Airport to Los
Ave. Duration:
3h 33m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.12–$305.73
United Airlines
Website:
united.com/
Plane from Austin–Bergstrom International Airport to Santa
Ave. Duration:
6h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$242.03–$828.01
Plane from Austin–Bergstrom International Airport to Los
Ave. Duration:
3h 33m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.39–$420.37
Southwest Airlines
Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Austin–Bergstrom International Airport to Santa
Ave. Duration:
5h 53m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$191.08–$573.24
Plane from Austin–Bergstrom International Airport to Los
Ave. Duration:
3h 29m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$407.64–$484.07
Plane from Austin–Bergstrom International Airport to Burbank
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.86–$458.59
Train operators
Amtrak
Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Austin to Los
Ave. Duration:
36h 45m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$140.12–$484.07
Train from Los Angeles to Santa
Ave. Duration:
2h 33m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$15.29–$95.54
Train from Van Nuys to Santa
Ave. Duration:
1h 59m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$12.74–$89.17
Bus operators
Greyhound USA
Bus from Austin Eastside Bus Plaza to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.37–$82.80
Bus from San Antonio Bus Station to Los
Ave. Duration:
29h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$108.28–$611.45
Flixbus USA
Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Austin Eastside Bus Plaza to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.19–$49.68
Bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Santa
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$11.46–$53.50
Central Coast Shuttle
Bus from Los Angeles Airport, CA to Santa
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$76.43–$95.54
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Austin to Santa Barbara?
The cheapest way to get from Austin to Santa Barbara is to fly and bus which costs $97.83 - $369.57 and takes 8h 22m.
What is the fastest way to get from Austin to Santa Barbara?
The fastest way to get from Austin to Santa Barbara is to fly which takes 7h 55m and costs $217.39 - $402.17 .
Is there a direct bus between Austin and Santa Barbara?
No, there is no direct bus from Austin to Santa Barbara. However, there are services departing from 115 7th/Colorado and arriving at Santa Barbara Bus Stop via Austin Eastside Bus Plaza, San Antonio Bus Station and Los Angeles Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 36h 6m.
Is there a direct train between Austin and Santa Barbara?
No, there is no direct train from Austin to Santa Barbara. However, there are services departing from Austin and arriving at Santa Barbara via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40h 18m.
Is there a direct flight between Austin and Santa Barbara?
There are no direct flights between Austin and Santa Barbara. The fastest has 1 change and takes 5h 20m and costs $217.39 - $391.30 .
How far is it from Austin to Santa Barbara?
The distance between Austin and Santa Barbara is 2159 km. The road distance is 2438.5 km.
How do I travel from Austin to Santa Barbara without a car?
The best way to get from Austin to Santa Barbara without a car is to bus which takes 36h 6m and costs $103.26 - $652.17 .
How long does it take to get from Austin to Santa Barbara?
It takes approximately 7h 55m to get from Austin to Santa Barbara, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Austin to Santa Barbara bus from?
Austin to Santa Barbara bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Austin Eastside Bus Plaza station.
Where do I catch the Austin to Santa Barbara train from?
Austin to Santa Barbara train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Austin station.
Train, bus or fly from Austin to Santa Barbara?
The best way to get from Austin to Santa Barbara is to fly which takes 7h 55m and costs $217.39 - $402.17 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $103.26 - $652.17 and takes 36h 6m, you could also train, which costs $130.43 - $489.13 and takes 40h 18m.
Where does the Austin to Santa Barbara bus arrive?
Austin to Santa Barbara bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at San Antonio Bus Station.
What is the time difference between Austin and Santa Barbara?
Santa Barbara is 2h behind Austin. It is currently 05:29 in Austin and 03:29 in Santa Barbara.
Where does the Austin to Santa Barbara train arrive?
Austin to Santa Barbara train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.
Can I drive from Austin to Santa Barbara?
Yes, the driving distance between Austin to Santa Barbara is 2438 km. It takes approximately 23h 30m to drive from Austin to Santa Barbara.
How do I get a train ticket from Austin to Santa Barbara?
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Where can I stay near Santa Barbara?
There are 201+ hotels available in Santa Barbara. Prices start at $56 per night.
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