Passengers loading onto the Santa Barbara Airbus
Santa Barbara Airbus offers safe and reliable transportation services to both business and leisure travelers, with 8 round trips daily to LAX on their full-size motorcoaches. (Santa Barbara Airbus photo)

Since its founding in 1983, Santa Barbara Airbus has been a key transportation provider for the Santa Barbara community, offering residents a reliable connection to LAX, one of the busiest airports in the world.

Along with its well-established LAX service, the company has built a strong reputation for dependable transportation options, catering to both business, school and leisure travelers through its private charter services.

“This achievement reflects the dedication of our incredible team, the loyalty of our passengers, and the support from the many local businesses and organizations that have been by our side over the years,” said Samantha Onnen Shipp, CEO of Santa Barbara Airbus.

“We are proud of what we’ve accomplished so far and look forward to the future. Our continued success is a direct result of the collaboration and trust from the Santa Barbara community.”

Santa Barbara Airbus also takes pride in its contribution to reducing traffic congestion and minimizing environmental impact. By providing a convenient mass transit option, the company helps reduce the number of individual car trips on the road, easing local traffic and reducing harmful emissions.

One of Santa Barbara Airbus’s
One of Santa Barbara Airbus’s 24-seat mini coaches, new to the fleet last year, used for private charter work. (Santa Barbara Airbus photo)

Public transportation options like those offered by Santa Barbara Airbus are key to a more sustainable future, cutting down on carbon footprints and encouraging eco-friendly travel.

To commemorate these milestones, Santa Barbara Airbus will host a special appreciation lunch on April 30, 2025. The event will honor the company’s dedicated staff and celebrate the strong partnerships that have contributed to its growth over the past four decades. It’s a chance to thank the community and acknowledge the ongoing trust that has helped make these successes possible.

Since its inception, Santa Barbara Airbus has earned a reputation for safe, efficient, and environmentally-conscious service. The company continues to explore ways to enhance its offerings to better serve the growing needs of the region.

Looking ahead, Santa Barbara Airbus is excited to build on its legacy of excellent service. As the company celebrates 42 years and the transportation of millions of passengers, it remains focused on connecting Santa Barbara with the world and providing seamless, reliable travel options for years to come.

With these achievements, Santa Barbara Airbus is set to continue playing a vital role in the region’s transportation network, offering not just rides, but lasting connections that help keep the world within reach.