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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | UC Santa Barbara | Jack London Square | Cheapest | |||||
 | Santa Barbara (University of California), CA | West Oakland BART | Fastest | |||||
| Train Station | Jack London Square | No tags | |||||
| UC Santa Barbara | Emeryville Station | No tags | |||||
| Train Station | Emeryville Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Santa Barbara to Oakland
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Oakland. The journey takes about 8 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 025, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Santa Barbara to Oakland by bus
How much does a bus ticket from Santa Barbara to Oakland cost?
The bus ticket price from Santa Barbara to Oakland starts at R 460. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Santa Barbara to Oakland 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!
How long is the bus ride from Santa Barbara to Oakland?
The average travel time between Santa Barbara and Oakland is around 11h 25m, although the fastest bus will take about 6h 50m. This is the time it takes to travel the 442 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Santa Barbara and Oakland?
The number of buses from Santa Barbara to Oakland 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 Santa Barbara to Oakland by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Santa Barbara to Oakland?
When taking the bus from Santa Barbara to Oakland, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak, FlixBus.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to Oakland was searched and found on 18 Nov 2025 with a price of R 1 005To 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 R 1 005 to R 2 344 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 R 1 234, which is on 2025-11-23.
Usually FlixBus, 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.
What's the cheapest way to go from Santa Barbara to Oakland?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
