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Bus Santa Barbara to San Jose: Trip Overview

Bus Santa Barbara to San Jose: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$73
Average bus trip duration11h
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure07:45
Distance236 miles
Latest bus departure18:25

Santa Barbara to San Jose buses

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We make sure you can find a bus service from Santa Barbara to San Jose from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Santa Barbara to San Jose, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Information on this bus route

Daily Buses5
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures07:45 - 18:25
Minimum PriceUS$69
Average Ticket PriceUS$73
Minimum Trip Duration5h30m
Average Bus Trip Duration11h
Distance236 miles
Bus companies on this routeFlixBus
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions on the trip Santa Barbara - San Jose

The average bus ticket price from Santa Barbara to San Jose is US$73. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Santa Barbara to San Jose is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

The average travel time between Santa Barbara and San Jose is around 11h, although the fastest bus will take about 5h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 236 miles that separates the two cities.

The number of buses from Santa Barbara to San Jose can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Santa Barbara to San Jose by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

When taking the bus from Santa Barbara to San Jose, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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The cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to San Jose was searched and found on 22 Apr 2024 with a price of US$43

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

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Santa Barbara to San Jose.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Santa Barbara to San Jose, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Santa Barbara to San Jose that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Santa Barbara to San Jose, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

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Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

What's the cheapest way to go from Santa Barbara to San Jose?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle typeTravel timeAvg priceDaily departures
Vehicle typeBusTravel time11hAvg priceUS$73Daily departures5
Vehicle typeTrainTravel time6h 52mAvg priceUS$98Daily departures1

The best way to travel between Santa Barbara and San Jose is by bus. By choosing the bus, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost US$73 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from US$42. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to San Jose, choose the bus, as it will take you from Santa Barbara to San Jose in about 6h 52m – that's the fastest way to get there!

Will you be returning to Santa Barbara by bus?

Bus from San Jose to Santa Barbara

You can also go to San Jose by train

Train from Santa Barbara to San Jose

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