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TodayDec 11
from $39
TomorrowDec 12
from $48
WedDec 13
from $46
ThuDec 14
from $48
FriDec 15
from $48
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MonDec 18

Cheap buses leaving today

One passenger / one way

Cheapest trips
Fastest trips
11:40AM
6h40m
6:20PM
San Francisco - 409 Townsend St, SF
CheapestFastest
Santa Barbara - Santa Barbara Station
Cheapest
Fastest
10:10AM
8h37m
6:47PM
San Francisco - San Francisco, CA
2nd Cheapest
Santa Barbara - Train Station
2nd Cheapest
12:50PM
8h50m
9:40PM
San Francisco - San Francisco, CA
Santa Barbara - UC Santa Barbara
12:50PM
9h5m
9:55PM
San Francisco - San Francisco, CA
Santa Barbara - Train Station
9:00AM
10h30m
7:30PM
San Francisco - San Francisco, CA
Santa Barbara - Train Station
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Bus San Francisco to Santa Barbara: Trip Overview

Bus San Francisco to Santa Barbara: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$80
Average bus trip duration10h 50m
Number of daily buses7
Earliest bus departure6:55 AM
Distance278 miles (447 km)
Latest bus departure11:05 PM

San Francisco to Santa Barbara Buses

Busbud helps you find a bus from San Francisco to Santa Barbara. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

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

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses traveling from San Francisco to Santa Barbara, 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 Buses7
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures6:55AM - 11:05PM
Minimum Price$39
Average Ticket Price$80
Minimum Trip Duration6h40m
Average Bus Trip Duration10h50m
Distance278 miles (447 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteAmtrak, FlixBus, Greyhound
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip San Francisco - Santa Barbara

Taking the bus is the best way to travel to Santa Barbara without flying. The bus trip is an affordable, safe and convenient way to travel between the two cities. You also have the choice of using carpooling services.

The average travel time from San Francisco to Santa Barbara is about 10h 50m, but the fastest bus can get you there in about 6h 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 277 miles (447 km) that separate the two cities.

The distance separating San Francisco and Santa Barbara is 277 miles (447 km).

About 7 buses travel this route daily, provided by Amtrak, FlixBus and Greyhound. The number of buses from San Francisco to Santa Barbara can differ depending on the day of the week. Busbud can make your trip from San Francisco to Santa Barbara a breeze! Simply check the schedules and pick the bus that matches your needs and budget. It's that easy!

The bus service operates between 6:55 AM and 11:05 PM.

If you're headed to Santa Barbara from San Francisco, chances are that your bus will leave from Hyde/Beach (Fisherman's Wharf) and arrive at Train Station. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

The cheapest way to travel this route is by bus. $39 is the starting point for the cost-effective bus ride to Santa Barbara from San Francisco.

You can expect to pay around $80 for a bus ticket. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $39 to $164, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Certainly! You can indeed opt for an overnight bus from San Francisco to Santa Barbara. Make sure to pack a blanket and a snack to make your trip more comfortable.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
12/09
$34
12/10
$34
Today
$39
12/12
$48
12/13
$46
12/14
$48
12/15
$48
12/16
$48
The cheapest trip from San Francisco to Santa Barbara was searched and found on Dec 9, 2023 with a price of $34

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

You can expect to pay from $34 to $114 for a bus ticket from San Francisco to Santa Barbara based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $46 which is on 2023-12-13.

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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between San Francisco and Santa Barbara!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from San Francisco to Santa Barbara, 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 San Francisco to Santa Barbara that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from San Francisco to Santa Barbara.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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Bus from Santa Barbara to San Francisco

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