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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | UC Santa Barbara | Mission St & Fremont St | Cheapest | |||||
 | Santa Barbara Station | 409 Townsend St, SF | Fastest | |||||
| UC Santa Barbara | Mission St & Fremont St | No tags | |||||
| Train Station | Mission St & Fremont St | No tags | |||||
| Train Station | Mission St & Fremont St | No tags |
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Get from Santa Barbara to San Francisco
The journey takes about 6 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 837, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Santa Barbara and San Francisco?
Stops in San Francisco
- A
Hyde/Beach (Fisherman's Wharf)
700 Beach Street, San Francisco, CA 94109, USA - B
Powell Station
25 Cyril Magnin St , San Francisco, CA 94102-2812 - C
Union Square Hilton
255 Mason St,, San Francisco, CA 94102-2114 - D
San Francisco Greyhound Station
200 Folsom St, San Francisco, CA 94105 - E
444 Townsend St.
444 Townsend St, San Francisco, CA 94107, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Santa Barbara to San Francisco, US by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Santa Barbara to San Francisco?
The cheapest bus tickets from Santa Barbara to San Francisco start at R 837. The average price for this route is around R 1 383. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Santa Barbara to San Francisco?
The average bus journey time from Santa Barbara to San Francisco is 6h 25m, covering a distance of 446 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 6h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Santa Barbara to San Francisco route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Santa Barbara to San Francisco?
The earliest bus departs from Santa Barbara to San Francisco at 11:45. And the latest bus departs at 18:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santa Barbara to San Francisco?
A bus trip from Santa Barbara to San Francisco produces an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Santa Barbara to San Francisco?
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 5627 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Santa Barbara to San Francisco?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Santa Barbara to San Francisco?
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 San Francisco?
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 San Francisco, US was searched and found on 07 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 354To 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 Francisco, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 354 to R 1 841 for a bus ticket from Santa Barbara to San Francisco, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 354, which is on 2025-12-09.
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.
