The UCSB campus currently has bus contracts with the following suppliers:

  • Bus Services (21+ passengers):
    Santa Barbara Airbus: 805-964-7759
  • Shuttle Services (9 to 20 passengers):
    Santa Barbara Airbus: 805-964-7759
  • Private Car Services (1 to 8 passengers):
    Rockstar Transportation: 805-882-9191

Charters for buses that will be used only by UC employees, students, invitees, etc., should be processed on a purchase order in Gateway. Buses used for public transportation (i.e., the general public also will be riding) can be paid through Travel and Entertainment.

Prior to submitting a purchase order for bus charters, please contact Patrick Anglin at extension 5740 (or patrick.anglin@ucsb.edu) to verify the insurance is acceptable per the number of passengers, and that the bus company has a satisfactory safety rating. View standard bus transportation insurance requirements (Document).