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 a ride 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.
Rideshare and other services in Santa Barbara, California
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.
Electric scooters in Santa Barbara
Renting a scooter is a fun, affordable way to get around the city. With electric power, you'll get to where you need to go with ease.
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 with UberX* |
|---|---|
Santa Barbara Bowl | $13 |
Santa Catalina Hall | $27 |
Santa Barbara Zoo | $15 |
West Campus | $12 |
Beach City Apartments | $13 |
Santa Barbara taxis and other ride options
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?
With Uber, you can choose the ride option that works best for your budget when you travel in Santa Barbara. To get an estimated cost, sign in online or open the app and input your destination in the “Where to?” box. The price estimate for each ride option will appear. Scroll to explore what’s currently available.
- Can I get around Santa Barbara without a car?
Yes. Sign in online or open your Uber app to request a ride in Santa Barbara, 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?
Sign in to your Uber account on Uber.com or open your Uber app to find out if car rentals are available in your city. If so, choose Rent and complete your reservation with a rental provider on Uber.com or 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?
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.
- Is Uber Eats available in Santa Barbara?
Yes. Uber Eats offers pickup or food delivery in Santa Barbara from your favorite restaurants. Browse lots of food delivery options, place your order, and track it by the minute.
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.
After the driver has ended the trip, please report any feedback when rating your trip in the Uber app, visiting help.uber.com, or calling 800-664-1378.
You may also contact the California Public Utilities Commission at 800-894-9444 or CIU_intake@cpuc.ca.gov.
In California, due to CPUC requirements, you cannot transport an unaccompanied minor on trips arranged through the Uber app. Keep in mind that in California, a rider must be over 18 to sign up for an Uber account, but if you believe a rider might be underage, you can ask them to confirm their age and let them know that you will have to cancel the trip if they are indeed under 18. In addition, you can report requests to transport unaccompanied minors by submitting in-app feedback.
UberX and Assist trips to or from SBA are subject to a $1.25 airport surcharge and any applicable tolls. UberXL trips to or from SBA are subject to a $1.75 airport surcharge and any applicable tolls.
*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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