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Today6 Sept
Tomorrow7 Sept
from US$51
Mon8 Sept
from US$51
Tue9 Sept
from US$51
Wed10 Sept
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Thu11 Sept
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Fri12 Sept
Sat13 Sept

Next departures to Santa Barbara

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 7 September at
    Departure city: San Francisco
    Departure location: Mission St & Fremont St
    Arrival time: 7 September at
    Destination city: Santa Barbara
    Destination location: Train Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 7 September at
    Departure city: San Francisco
    Departure location: 409 Townsend St, SF
    Arrival time: 7 September at
    Destination city: Santa Barbara
    Destination location: Santa Barbara Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 7 September at
    Departure city: San Francisco
    Departure location: 409 Townsend St, SF
    Arrival time: 8 September at
    Destination city: Santa Barbara
    Destination location: Santa Barbara Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 7 September at
    Departure city: San Francisco
    Departure location: Mission St & Fremont St
    Arrival time: 7 September at
    Destination city: Santa Barbara
    Destination location: Train Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 7 September at
    Departure city: San Francisco
    Departure location: Mission St & Fremont St
    Arrival time: 7 September at
    Destination city: Santa Barbara
    Destination location: Train Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus San Francisco, US to Santa Barbara: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$51
Average bus trip duration6h 35m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure08:20
Distance277 miles
Latest bus departure23:25

San Francisco to Santa Barbara Bus

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 travelling 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.

Frequently asked questions on the trip San Francisco, US - Santa Barbara

  1. What's the distance between San Francisco and Santa Barbara by coach?

    The distance between San Francisco and Santa Barbara by coach is approximately 277 miles (447 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from San Francisco to Santa Barbara without flying?

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
04/09
US$48
05/09
No data
Today
US$48
07/09
US$48
08/09
US$44
09/09
US$46
10/09
US$44
11/09
US$44
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Francisco, US to Santa Barbara was searched and found on 8 Sept 2025 with a price of US$44

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

You can expect to pay from US$44 to US$281 for a bus ticket from San Francisco, US to Santa Barbara based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$44, which is on 2025-09-08.

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

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 travellers 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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