Find coaches from Santa Barbara to Oakland

Next departures

Next departures from Santa Barbara to Oakland on 20 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus
Santa Barbara Station
West Oakland BARTCheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Santa Barbara Station
West Oakland BARTNo tags
FlixBus
Santa Barbara Station
Richmond BARTNo tags
Amtrak
Train Station
Coliseum/AirportNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Santa Barbara Station
Oakland/Berkeley/East BayNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Santa Barbara to Oakland

Bus
Average priceUS$38 - US$131Average duration11h 25m
11kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$307 - US$332Average duration8h 45m
40kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Santa Barbara to Oakland

Among 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.

3bus per day
11h 25mAverage duration
US$38Cheapest ticket
11kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Santa Barbara to Oakland: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$53
Average bus trip duration11h 25m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure11:45
Distance276 miles
Latest bus departure18:45

Santa Barbara to Oakland Bus

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

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Santa Barbara to Oakland, 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 Santa Barbara - Oakland

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

    The distance between Santa Barbara and Oakland by coach is approximately 275 miles (442 km).

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

    You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
15/09
US$41
16/09
US$75
Today
US$39
18/09
US$46
19/09
US$49
20/09
US$41
21/09
US$44
22/09
US$39
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to Oakland was searched and found on 17 Sept 2025 with a price of US$39

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 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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.

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?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Santa Barbara by bus?

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