Bus from Oakland to Santa Barbara: Tickets & Schedules

Next departures

Next departures for Oakland to Santa Barbara on December 1
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Jack London Square
Train StationCheapest
Amtrak
Emeryville Station
Train StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
West Oakland BART
Santa Barbara StationNo tags
Amtrak
Jack London Square
Train StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay
Santa Barbara StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Oakland to Santa Barbara

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Santa Barbara. The journey takes about 9 hours 3 minutes, and with fares starting at just $84, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
9h 3mAverage Duration
442 kmDistance
40kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$38 - $316Average Duration11h 50m
11kg CO₂e
Average Price$84 - $155Average Duration9h 3m
40kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Oakland to Santa Barbara by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Oakland to Santa Barbara?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Oakland to Santa Barbara start from $38. The average price for this route is around $90. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Oakland to Santa Barbara?

    The average bus travel time from Oakland to Santa Barbara is 11h 50m, covering a distance of 444 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Oakland to Santa Barbara route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Amtrak, Greyhound.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Oakland to Santa Barbara?

    The earliest bus departs from Oakland to Santa Barbara at 4:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Oakland to Santa Barbara?

    A bus trip from Oakland to Santa Barbara generates an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Oakland to Santa Barbara?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Oakland to Santa Barbara?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Oakland to Santa Barbara?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Oakland to Santa Barbara?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
11-28
$65
11-29
$203
Today
$203
12-01
$65
12-02
$65
12-03
$65
12-04
$65
12-05
$65
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Oakland to Santa Barbara was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $65

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

You can expect to pay from $65 to $203 for a bus ticket from Oakland to Santa Barbara based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $65 which is on 2025-12-01.

Usually FlixBus 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.

What's the cheapest way to go from Oakland to Santa Barbara?

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