Find coaches from Oakland to Santa Barbara

Next departures

Next departures from Oakland to Santa Barbara on 21 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus
West Oakland BART
Santa Barbara (University of California), CACheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay
Santa Barbara (University of California), CANo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel 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 R 1 028, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
9h 3mAverage duration
447 kmDistance
41kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 461 - R 3 890Average duration11h 50m
11kg CO₂e
Average priceR 1 028 - R 1 906Average duration9h 3m
41kg CO₂e

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

  1. How much does a bus ticket from Oakland to Santa Barbara cost?

    The bus ticket price from Oakland to Santa Barbara starts at R 461. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Oakland to Santa Barbara is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

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

    The average travel time between Oakland and Santa Barbara is around 11h 50m, although the fastest bus will take about 7h. This is the time it takes to travel the 442 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily bus connections are there between Oakland and Santa Barbara?

    The number of buses from Oakland to Santa Barbara can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Oakland to Santa Barbara by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from Oakland to Santa Barbara?

    When taking the bus from Oakland to Santa Barbara, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Amtrak, Greyhound.

  5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Oakland to Santa Barbara?

    Buses travelling between Oakland and Santa Barbara leave from Emeryville Station or West Oakland BART Station and arrive at Train Station.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
18/11
R 796
19/11
R 796
Today
R 796
21/11
R 2 138
22/11
R 796
23/11
R 796
24/11
R 796
25/11
R 2 492
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Oakland to Santa Barbara was searched and found on 18 Nov 2025 with a price of R 796

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 R 796 to R 2 492 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 R 796, which is on 2025-11-22.

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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