Getting around Santa Barbara, CA
Planning to travel in Santa Barbara? Whether you’re a visitor or a resident, let this guide help you make the most of your Santa Barbara experience. Travel from Santa Barbara Airport to popular hotels like Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort using Uber and discover popular routes and destinations.
Reserve car service in Santa Barbara with Uber
Arrange your car service needs in advance with Uber in Santa Barbara. Request a ride anytime up to 90 days ahead, whether you need transportation to Santa Barbara Airport, you have plans to visit your favorite restaurant, or you’re going somewhere else.
Ride Sharing in Santa Barbara
Getting around Santa Barbara without a car is easy with Uber. Find places to visit in the area, then request a ride on any day and at any time of the week. You can request a ride in real-time or request a ride in advance so your ride is ready when you are. Whether you’re traveling in a group or alone, you can use the app to find a ride option for your needs.
Open the Uber app and enter your destination to begin exploring Santa Barbara.
Santa Barbara-area airport car service
When your travel in Santa Barbara takes you to an airport from a neighborhood, or elsewhere, open the app and request a ride at any time of day. Tap below on the name of a nearby airport to learn how to use Uber to get car service to arrivals and departures. On the linked airport page, you’ll find out where to meet your driver for pickup, how much the trip will cost, and more.
Choose the best ways to get around Santa Barbara
Taxi in Santa Barbara
Consider Uber as an alternative to taxis when traveling in Santa Barbara. With Uber, you can trade flagging down cabs for requesting rides on demand, no matter the time of day. You can request a ride from Santa Barbara Airport, visit Carpinteria, or enter another place. Open the app and enter a destination to get around Santa Barbara.
Public transport in Santa Barbara
Getting around with public transport is an affordable way to travel. Depending on the area, you can view nearby bus or subway routes with Uber Transit to help plan your travels. Open the app to see if Uber Transit is available in your neighborhood or visit popular places in Santa Barbara by ridesharing with Uber.
Bike rentals in Santa Barbara
Biking is an eco-friendly way to get around the heart of a city. In select cities, you can find and ride electric bikes with Uber. Open the app to see if bikes are available in Santa Barbara, then order from our popular restaurants to refuel after a day of exploring. If bikes are available in Santa Barbara, remember to wear a helmet and follow traffic laws while riding.
Popular destinations in Santa Barbara, CA
Uber makes Santa Barbara travel easy. While riders can use Uber to request a ride to pretty much anywhere, some destinations are more popular than others. Uber riders getting around Santa Barbara request rides to Santa Barbara Bowl more than any other spot.
Here, you can explore popular routes requested by riders near you—with dropoff locations and average route prices.
Destination | Average price* |
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Santa Barbara Bowl | $13 |
Santa Catalina Hall | $24 |
West Campus | $12 |
Santa Barbara Zoo | $13 |
Marshalls | $11 |
Car rentals near Santa Barbara, CA
Frequently asked questions
- Is Uber available in Santa Barbara?
Yes. The Uber app gives you the power to request a ride to get around Santa Barbara anytime, 24/7.
- What’s the most affordable way to travel in Santa Barbara?
Down Small With Uber, you can choose the ride option that works best for your budget when you travel in Santa Barbara. To see the possible cost, open the app and input your destination in the “Where to?” box. The price estimate for each ride option will appear; scroll to see what’s currently available.
- Can I get around Santa Barbara without a car?
Down Small Yes. Open your Uber app to request Santa Barbara car service, and let your driver take you where you want to go. (You might see other Santa Barbara transportation options available in your app, too.)
- Can I rent a car in Santa Barbara?
Down Small Check the Uber app to see if car rentals are available in your city. If so, choose Rent and complete your reservation with a rental provider using the Uber app. Then travel in Santa Barbara or wherever the road takes you.
- How does Uber in Santa Barbara help keep riders safe?
Down Small Your safety when traveling in Santa Barbara is a top priority. In a few taps, you can access in-app features like the emergency assistance button to call authorities if you need help.
Uber does not tolerate the use of alcohol or drugs by drivers using the Uber app. If you believe your driver may be under the influence of drugs or alcohol, please have the driver end the trip immediately.
Commercial vehicles may be subject to additional state government taxes, which would be over and above the toll.
There are a number of location-specific requirements and regulations users should be aware of when using Uber in your country. Please visit this page to read them.
*Sample rider prices are average UberX prices only and do not reflect variations due to geography, traffic delays, promotions, or other factors. Flat rates and minimum fees may apply. Actual prices for rides and scheduled rides may vary.
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