What is the cheapest way to get from Boulder to Santa Barbara?

The cheapest way to get from Boulder to Santa Barbara is to bus and train which costs $190 - $380 and takes 33h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Boulder to Santa Barbara?

The fastest way to get from Boulder to Santa Barbara is to bus and fly which takes 6h 9m and costs $95 - $460.

Is there a direct bus between Boulder and Santa Barbara?

No, there is no direct bus from Boulder station to Santa Barbara. However, there are services departing from Downtown Boulder Station Gate 1 and arriving at Santa Barbara via Denver Union Station and South Strip Transit Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 16m.

How far is it from Boulder to Santa Barbara?

The distance between Boulder and Santa Barbara is 973 miles. The road distance is 1100.1 miles.

How do I travel from Boulder to Santa Barbara without a car?

The best way to get from Boulder to Santa Barbara without a car is to bus which takes 28h 16m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Boulder to Santa Barbara?

It takes approximately 6h 9m to get from Boulder to Santa Barbara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Boulder to Santa Barbara bus from?

Boulder to Santa Barbara bus services, operated by Regional Transportation District, depart from Downtown Boulder Station Gate 1.

Where does the Boulder to Santa Barbara bus arrive?

Boulder to Santa Barbara bus services, operated by Regional Transportation District, arrive at Union Station.

What is the time difference between Boulder and Santa Barbara?

Santa Barbara is 1h behind Boulder. It is currently 4:55 PM in Boulder and 3:55 PM in Santa Barbara.

Can I drive from Boulder to Santa Barbara?

Yes, the driving distance between Boulder to Santa Barbara is 1100 miles. It takes approximately 17h 39m to drive from Boulder to Santa Barbara.

Where can I stay near Santa Barbara?

There are 307+ hotels available in Santa Barbara.

Boulder to Santa Barbara - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Boulder to Santa Barbara by bus, plane, bus (Greyhound, Amtrak), train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, fly to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport
best
1. Take the bus from US 36 & Flatiron Station Gate A to Denver Airport Station Gate 6
2. Fly from Denver (DEN) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)DEN - SBA
6h 9m
$97–458
Bus
1. Take the bus from Downtown Boulder Station Gate 1 to Union StationFf1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to South Strip Transit Terminal
3. Take the bus from South Strip Transit Terminal to Santa Barbara
28h 16m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Broadway & 20th St to Union StationFf1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Denver to Las Vegas Transportation Center
3. Take the train from Las Vegas Amtrak Station to Los Angeles
4. Take the train from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara
33h 6m
$198–373
Drive 1,093.7 mi
1. Drive from Boulder to Santa Barbara1,093.7 mi
17h 39m
$200–289
Bus, fly to Meadows Field Airport
1. Take the bus from US 36 & Flatiron Station Gate A to Denver Airport Station Gate 6
2. Fly from Denver (DEN) to Meadows Field Airport (BFL)DEN - BFL
3. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Santa Barbara
9h 46m

Denver (DEN) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) flights

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4h 5mAverage Duration

$90Cheapest Price

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Distance: 967.1 mi
Duration: 6h 9m

What companies run services between Boulder, CO, USA and Santa Barbara, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Downtown Boulder Station Gate 1 to Santa Barbara via Denver Union Station and South Strip Transit Terminal in around 28h 16m.

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