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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Santa Barbara Station | West Oakland BART | CheapestFastest |
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Busbud recommends taking the bus from Santa Barbara to OaklandAmong the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Oakland. The journey takes about 11 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus Santa Barbara to Oakland: Trip Overview
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What is the distance between Santa Barbara and Oakland?
The distance between Santa Barbara and Oakland is around 442 km (275 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Santa Barbara to Oakland?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at Train Station, in Santa Barbara, and end it at Emeryville Station, in Oakland.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to Oakland was searched and found on Sep 17, 2025 with a price of US$39To 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 US$39 to US$88 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 US$39 which is on 2025-09-22.
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.
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Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling 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.
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