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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train Station | Coliseum/Airport | Cheapest | |||||
| UC Santa Barbara | Coliseum/Airport | Fastest | |||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Santa Barbara Station | West Oakland BART | No tags | |||||
| UC Santa Barbara | Jack London Square | No tags | |||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Santa Barbara Station | Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Santa Barbara to Oakland
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Oakland. The journey takes about 8 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $84, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Santa Barbara and Oakland?
Stops in Oakland
- A5885 Horton St, Emeryville, CA 94608, USA
- B
West Oakland BART Station
1401-1421 7th St, Oakland, CA 94607, USA - C
Oakland Bus Station
2103 San Pablo Ave, Oakland, CA 94612 - D
Greyhound Station
2103 San Pablo Ave, Oakland, CA 94612, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Santa Barbara to Oakland by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Santa Barbara to Oakland?
The cheapest bus tickets from Santa Barbara to Oakland start from $56. The average price for this route is around $94. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Santa Barbara to Oakland?
The average bus travel time from Santa Barbara to Oakland is 11h 25m, covering a distance of 444 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Santa Barbara to Oakland route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Santa Barbara to Oakland?
The earliest bus departs from Santa Barbara to Oakland at 11:45am. And the latest bus departs at 6:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santa Barbara to Oakland?
A bus trip from Santa Barbara to Oakland generates an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Santa Barbara to Oakland?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Santa Barbara to Oakland?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Santa Barbara to Oakland?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Santa Barbara to Oakland?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to Oakland was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $83To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Santa Barbara to Oakland, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $83 to $191 for a bus ticket from Santa Barbara to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $103 which is on 2025-12-08.
Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
