Bus Tickets from Oceanside to Santa Barbara

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SunJun 8
from US$48
MonJun 9
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TueJun 10
from US$48
WedJun 11
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ThuJun 12
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FriJun 13
from US$48
SatJun 14
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SunJun 15

Cheap buses leaving Monday

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: June 9 at
    Departure city: Oceanside
    Departure location: Oceanside Transportation Center
    Arrival time: June 10 at
    Destination city: Santa Barbara
    Destination location: Train Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 9 at
    Departure city: Oceanside
    Departure location: Oceanside Transportation Center
    Arrival time: June 10 at
    Destination city: Santa Barbara
    Destination location: UC Santa Barbara
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Oceanside to Santa Barbara

Bus
Average PriceUS$36 - US$89Average Duration9h 20m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$45 - US$45Average Duration4h 53m
23kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Oceanside to Santa Barbara

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Santa Barbara. The journey takes about 4 hours 53 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$45, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day
4h 53mAverage Duration
US$45Cheapest ticket
23kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Oceanside to Santa Barbara: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$48
Average Bus Trip Duration9h 20m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure8:05am
Distance253 km
Latest bus departure10:25pm

Oceanside to Santa Barbara Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Oceanside - Santa Barbara

  1. How long is the trip from Oceanside to Santa Barbara by bus?

    The typical travel time from Oceanside to Santa Barbara by bus is around 9h 20m. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Santa Barbara in 5h 30m

  2. What is the travel distance from Oceanside to Santa Barbara?

    The distance covered from Oceanside to Santa Barbara is 255 km (158 miles).

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Oceanside to Santa Barbara?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Oceanside Bus Station, in Oceanside, and end it at Train Station, in Santa Barbara.

  4. What is the cheapest way to go from Oceanside to Santa Barbara?

    Taking the bus is the most budget-friendly option to travel from Oceanside to Santa Barbara. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$36, making this your best choice for this trip.

  5. How much does the bus ticket cost from Oceanside to Santa Barbara?

    The bus fare from Oceanside to Santa Barbara is approximately US$48.

  6. Is there an overnight bus from Oceanside to Santa Barbara?

    Yes! Catch buses leaving from Oceanside until 10:25pm and reaching Santa Barbara on the following day.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
06-04
US$42
06-05
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Today
US$45
06-07
US$45
06-08
US$45
06-09
US$45
06-10
US$45
06-11
US$45
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Oceanside to Santa Barbara was searched and found on Jun 4, 2025 with a price of US$42

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Oceanside to Santa Barbara, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$42 to US$238 for a bus ticket from Oceanside to Santa Barbara based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$45 which is on 2025-06-07.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Oceanside to Santa Barbara, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Oceanside to Santa Barbara will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Oceanside to Santa Barbara while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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Bus from Oceanside to Santa Barbara

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Train from Oceanside to Santa Barbara

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