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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 | Diridon Station | CheapestFastest | |||||
 | Train Station | Diridon Station | No tags | |||||
| UC Santa Barbara | Diridon Station | No tags |
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Busbud recommends taking the bus from Santa Barbara to San JoseAmong the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Jose. The journey takes about 6 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$43, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus Santa Barbara to San Jose, US: Trip Overview
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Santa Barbara - San Jose, US
What is the distance between Santa Barbara and San Jose?
It's about 381 km (236 miles) from Santa Barbara to San Jose.
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Santa Barbara to San Jose?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at Train Station, in Santa Barbara, and end it at Diridon Station, in San Jose.
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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 San Jose, US was searched and found on Sep 22, 2025 with a price of US$40To 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, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$40 to US$106 for a bus ticket from Santa Barbara to San Jose, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$40 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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Bus Travel Tips
Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling 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.
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