Find coaches from Santa Barbara to Oakland

Next departures

Next departures from Santa Barbara to Oakland on 10 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus
    		Santa Barbara Station
    		West Oakland BARTCheapestFastest
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
      		Santa Barbara (University of California), CA
      		West Oakland BARTNo tags
      Amtrak
        		Train Station
        		Coliseum/AirportNo tags
        FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
          		Santa Barbara (University of California), CA
          		Oakland/Berkeley/East BayNo tags
          Amtrak
            		UC Santa Barbara
            		Jack London SquareNo tags

            Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:51 PM PST.

            Compare 2 ways to travel from Santa Barbara to Oakland

            We recommend taking the train

            Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Oakland. The journey takes about 9 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 033, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            1train per day
            9h 10mAverage duration
            447 kmDistance
            41kgCO₂ emissions
            Bus
            		Average priceR 463 - R 3 642Average duration11h 25m
            11kg CO₂e
            Train
            		Average priceR 1 033 - R 1 676Average duration9h 10m
            41kg CO₂e

            Frequently asked questions about travelling from Santa Barbara to Oakland by bus

            1. How much does a bus ticket from Santa Barbara to Oakland cost?

              The bus ticket price from Santa Barbara to Oakland starts at R 463. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Santa Barbara to Oakland 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!

            2. How long is the bus ride from Santa Barbara to Oakland?

              The average travel time between Santa Barbara and Oakland is around 11h 25m, although the fastest bus will take about 6h 50m. This is the time it takes to travel the 442 km that separates the two cities.

            3. How many daily bus connections are there between Santa Barbara and Oakland?

              The number of buses from Santa Barbara to Oakland can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Santa Barbara to Oakland by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

            4. Which bus companies travel from Santa Barbara to Oakland?

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

            Find cheapest prices for buses

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

            Best price found
            07/11
            R 1 509
            08/11
            R 977
            Today
            R 1 278
            10/11
            R 1 101
            11/11
            R 1 332
            12/11
            R 781
            13/11
            R 1 456
            14/11
            R 1 243
            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to Oakland was searched and found on 12 Nov 2025 with a price of R 781

            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 Oakland as early as possible.

            You can expect to pay from R 781 to R 2 219 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 R 781, which is on 2025-11-12.

            Usually Amtrak 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.

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

            busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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