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Next departures to Santa Barbara

One passenger / one way

Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
11:25AM
10h53m
10:18PM
Santa Barbara - UC Santa Barbara
Cheapest
Oakland - Emeryville Station
Cheapest
Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
11:55AM
10h23m
10:18PM
Santa Barbara - Train Station
2nd Cheapest
Oakland - Emeryville Station
2nd Cheapest
Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
1:55PM
7h5m
9:00PM
Santa Barbara - Santa Barbara Station
Fastest
Oakland - West Oakland BART
Fastest
Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
11:25AM
11h5m
10:30PM
Santa Barbara - UC Santa Barbara
Oakland - Jack London Square
Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
11:55AM
10h35m
10:30PM
Santa Barbara - Train Station
Oakland - Jack London Square
Bus Santa Barbara to Oakland: Trip Overview

Bus Santa Barbara to Oakland: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$79
Average bus trip duration10h 53m
Number of daily buses10
Earliest bus departure7:45 AM
Distance271 miles (436 km)
Latest bus departure10:20 PM

Santa Barbara to Oakland Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures10
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures7:45AM - 10:20PM
Minimum Price$31
Average Ticket Price$79
Minimum Trip Duration7h5m
Average Bus Trip Duration10h53m
Distance271 miles (436 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteFlixBus
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Santa Barbara - Oakland

You can take a bus or a train to go from Santa Barbara to Oakland. Both are practical and eco-friendly ways to travel to Oakland. You can also use carpool services and share a car ride with other travelers.

Traveling from Santa Barbara to Oakland takes around 10h 53m on average, but you can get there in as little as 7h 5m with the quickest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 275 miles (442 km) that separate the two cities.

The distance separating Santa Barbara and Oakland is 275 miles (442 km).

You can choose from 10 travel times and travel with FlixBus. The number of buses from Santa Barbara to Oakland can differ depending on the day of the week. Want to make your bus journey from Santa Barbara to Oakland as easy as possible? Busbud has got you covered! Browse schedules, pick the perfect bus for your travel style and budget - all in one place.

The bus service operates between 7:45 AM and 10:20 PM.

If you're headed to Oakland from Santa Barbara, chances are that your bus will leave from Train Station and arrive at Emeryville Station. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

If you want the cheapest way to travel this route, choose the bus. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $34.

You can expect to pay around $79 for a bus ticket. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $34 to $225, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Yes, you can take a night bus to go from Santa Barbara to Oakland. Make sure to pack a blanket and a snack to make your trip more comfortable.

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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 Oakland was searched and found on Mar 23, 2024 with a price of $31

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 $31 to $135 for a bus ticket from Santa Barbara to Oakland based on the last 1 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $31 which is on 2024-03-23.

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

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Santa Barbara to Oakland.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 Oakland, 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 Oakland 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 Santa Barbara to Oakland.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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 Oakland?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle TypeTravel TimeAvg PriceDaily Departures
Vehicle TypeBusTravel Time10h 53mAvg Price$79Daily Departures10
Vehicle TypeTrainTravel Time9h 13mAvg Price$101Daily Departures7

The best way to travel between Santa Barbara and Oakland is by bus. By choosing the bus, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $79 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $34. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Oakland, choose the bus, as it will take you from Santa Barbara to Oakland in about 9h 13m - that's the fastest way to get there!

Will you be returning to Santa Barbara by bus?

Bus from Oakland to Santa Barbara

You can also go to Oakland by train

Train from Santa Barbara to Oakland

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