Best way to get from Buellton, CA to Santa Barbara, CA
Find the best ways to travel from Buellton CA to Santa Barbara CA. You can also request a ride directly in the app at the tap of a button.
Transportation options
Looking to get from Buellton to Santa Barbara? Whether you’re seeking convenience, affordability, or flexibility, there are various ways to reach your destination. Explore the available options and select the one that suits your preferences and travel needs.
Uber: Request an Uber ride from Buellton to Santa Barbara. The journey covers approximately 38 miles and takes around 41 minutes. The estimated price is $89.
Clean Air Express bus: The Clean Air Express offers a bus service from Buellton to Santa Barbara. The trip takes approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes, covering a distance of about 40 miles. The price is $7.
Private bus: A private bus service operates from Buellton to Santa Barbara, providing a travel time of around 1 hour and 15 minutes over a distance of approximately 40 miles. The price is approximately $20.
Note: The travel times and costs are approximate and subject to change depending on traffic conditions and other factors. Updated April, 2025.
Reserve a ride in advance to Santa Barbara, CA
Complete your plans today by reserving a ride with Uber to get from Buellton, CA to Santa Barbara, CA. Request a ride up to 90 days before your trip, at any time and on any day of the year.
Reserve may not be available for your pickup location.
Getting from Buellton, CA to Santa Barbara, CA
When you ride with Uber on your next trip from Buellton, CA to Santa Barbara, CA, you’ve got choices. Whether you’re traveling alone or with others, find a ride option that fits your needs and budget. If you like to plan ahead, consider scheduling a ride to Santa Barbara, CA in advance. Or you can request a ride on demand from Buellton, CA in the Uber app.
The route your driver takes might depend on the time of day and other factors, like traffic and how many other riders are making requests. You can have a stress-free ride knowing that the Uber app will suggest the most efficient route to your driver.
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Average Travel Time
41 minutes
Average Route Price
$89
Average Route Distance
38 miles
How to get from Buellton, CA to Santa Barbara, CA
Compare ride options getting from Buellton, CA to Santa Barbara, CA. Check the Uber app for current prices and travel options available.
UberX
Affordable rides, all to yourself
$89
UberXL
Affordable rides for groups up to 6
$112
Prices shown are for illustration purposes only and are based on average prices for the ride option shown from Buellton, CA to Santa Barbara, CA for the past 12 months. They do not represent fixed or guaranteed prices.
Frequently asked questions
- When is Uber available at Buellton, CA?
The Uber app gives you the power to request a ride from Buellton, CA anytime, 24/7.
- How much does it cost to get from Buellton, CA to Santa Barbara, CA?
The average price for this trip is $89. Open the Uber app and input Santa Barbara, CA in the “Where to?” box. The price estimate for each ride option will appear; scroll to see what’s available. Prices will vary based on time of day and how many riders are making requests.
- What is the most affordable ride option on the Uber app from Buellton, CA to Santa Barbara, CA?
The most affordable ride choice from Buellton, CA to Santa Barbara, CA is Green.
- How long does it take to get from Buellton, CA to Santa Barbara, CA?
The average duration for this ride is 41 minutes. Before a trip starts, your app gives an estimated time of arrival (ETA) for when your driver is likely to arrive at Buellton, CA. After your trip starts, your app provides an ETA for when you are likely to arrive at Santa Barbara, CA. Please note: ETAs are not guaranteed; various factors like heavy traffic or road construction could affect travel time.
- Can I schedule trips in advance on the Uber app from Buellton, CA?
If Uber Reserve is an option in the Uber app at Buellton, CA, you can request a ride from Buellton, CA anywhere from 2 hours to 90 days in advance, at any time and on any day of the year. Uber’s ride-scheduling technology and Uber Reserve can help you be on time.
- Can I rent a car with Uber to drive from Buellton, CA to Santa Barbara, CA?
Check in the Uber app to see if car rentals are available at Buellton, CA. If you see the Rent icon, you can complete your reservation using the Uber app. Then you can rent a car and drive yourself to Santa Barbara, CA. To get more details, go to uber.com/u/uber-rent.
The data presented on this page represents historical average prices, durations, and distances for routes. Actual prices, durations, and distances may vary based on factors such as location, traffic conditions, and other variables. Information provided here is for reference purposes only and should not be considered as binding.
