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TomorrowApr 20
from $35
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from $61
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Santa Barbara - Santa Barbara Station
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San Jose - Downtown San Jose, W San Carlos Street
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6:25PM
11h5m
5:30AM
Santa Barbara - Santa Barbara Station
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San Jose - Downtown San Jose, W San Carlos Street
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Santa Barbara - Santa Barbara Station
San Jose - Diridon Station
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2:25PM
Santa Barbara - Train Station
San Jose - Diridon Station
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Santa Barbara - UC Santa Barbara
San Jose - Diridon Station
Bus Santa Barbara to San Jose: Trip Overview

Bus Santa Barbara to San Jose: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$73
Average bus trip duration11h
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure7:45 AM
Distance236 miles (380 km)
Latest bus departure6:25 PM

Santa Barbara to San Jose Buses

With Busbud, comparing and booking tickets for a bus from Santa Barbara to San Jose is a breeze. Browse through an extensive selection of bus fares and bus schedules to find the best deals.

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 traveling 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 Departures5
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures7:45AM - 6:25PM
Minimum Price$30
Average Ticket Price$73
Minimum Trip Duration5h30m
Average Bus Trip Duration11h
Distance236 miles (380 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteFlixBus
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Santa Barbara - San Jose

You can take a bus or a train to go from Santa Barbara to San Jose. Either way you choose, you'll be sure to reach your destination in the most convenient and sustainable way. Another option is using carpool services and riding with fellow travelers.

On average, the trip from Santa Barbara to San Jose takes around 11h, but you can get there in as little as 5h 30m with the quickest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 236 miles (381 km) that separate the two cities.

The distance separating Santa Barbara and San Jose is 236 miles (381 km).

About 5 buses travel this route daily, provided by FlixBus. The number of buses operating from Santa Barbara to San Jose may change based on the day of the week. Simplify your trip from Santa Barbara to San Jose by checking the schedules and selecting the bus that fits your travel needs and budget on Busbud.

The bus service operates between 7:45 AM and 6:25 PM.

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

If you want the cheapest way to travel this route, take the bus. With prices starting at $42, you won't find a cheaper way to get there.

You can expect to pay around $73 for a bus ticket. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $42 and $263, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Once in San Jose, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Cathedral Basilica of Saint Joseph, Japanese Friendship Garden, Happy Hollow Park and Zoo, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and Cinnabar Hills Golf Club.

Certainly! You can indeed opt for an overnight bus from Santa Barbara to San Jose. Don't forget to bring a snack and a blanket to help you stay comfortable through the night.

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.

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The cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to San Jose was searched and found on Apr 21, 2024 with a price of $30

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.

You can expect to pay from $30 to $69 for a bus ticket from Santa Barbara to San Jose based on the last 1 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $30 which is on 2024-04-21.

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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling 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?

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.

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 San Jose?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle TypeTravel TimeAvg PriceDaily Departures
Vehicle TypeBusTravel Time11hAvg Price$73Daily Departures5
Vehicle TypeTrainTravel Time6h 52mAvg Price$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 $73 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $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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