What is the cheapest way to get from Scotts Valley to Santa Barbara?

The cheapest way to get from Scotts Valley to Santa Barbara is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Scotts Valley to Santa Barbara?

The fastest way to get from Scotts Valley to Santa Barbara is to drive which takes 4h 46m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Scotts Valley and Santa Barbara?

No, there is no direct bus from Scotts Valley to Santa Barbara. However, there are services departing from Scotts Valley Dr & Disc Dr and arriving at Santa Barbara via San Jose. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 51m.

How far is it from Scotts Valley to Santa Barbara?

The distance between Scotts Valley and Santa Barbara is 330 miles. The road distance is 258.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scotts Valley to Santa Barbara without a car is to bus which takes 8h 51m and costs $40 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Scotts Valley to Santa Barbara?

It takes approximately 8h 51m to get from Scotts Valley to Santa Barbara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scotts Valley to Santa Barbara bus from?

Scotts Valley to Santa Barbara bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Jose station.

Where does the Scotts Valley to Santa Barbara bus arrive?

Scotts Valley to Santa Barbara bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Santa Barbara station.

Can I drive from Scotts Valley to Santa Barbara?

Yes, the driving distance between Scotts Valley to Santa Barbara is 258 miles. It takes approximately 4h 46m to drive from Scotts Valley to Santa Barbara.

Where can I stay near Santa Barbara?

There are 307+ hotels available in Santa Barbara.

Scotts Valley to Santa Barbara - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Scotts Valley to Santa Barbara by bus (Amtrak, Flixbus), bus, train, car, plane, or shuttle

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from San Jose to Santa BarbaraAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
8h 51m
$42–137
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cavallaro Transit Center to Diridon Station17
2. Take the train from San Jose to Santa BarbaraCoast Starlight
9h 29m
$92–277
Drive 256.7 mi
1. Drive from Scotts Valley to Santa Barbara256.7 mi
4h 46m
$47–68
Line 17 bus, Caltrain to San Francisco International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Scotts Valley Dr & Disc Dr to Diridon Station
2. Take the train from San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound to Millbrae Caltrain Northbound
3. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)SFO - SBA
5h 33m
$52–279
Line 17 bus, train to Oakland International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Scotts Valley Dr & Disc Dr to Diridon Station
2. Take the train from San Jose to Oakland Coliseum/Airport Amtrak
3. Fly from Oakland International Airport (OAK) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)OAK - SBA
6h 16m
$57–297
Shuttle, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Watsonville to Santa MariaSan Jose
2. Take the bus from Santa Maria Transit Center to Anacapa at AnapamuMidday
8h 36m
$46–73

Scotts Valley to Santa Barbara by bus

28Weekly Buses

8h 51mAverage Duration

$42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 328 mi
Duration: 8h 51m

What companies run services between Scotts Valley, CA, USA and Santa Barbara, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a bus from San Jose to Santa Barbara 3 times a day, and the journey takes 7h 5m. Flixbus USA also services this route once daily.

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