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Compare all timetables for the bus from Oakland to Santa Barbara, CA

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Oakland to Santa Barbara, CA from various bus operators like Greyhound US or FlixBus for the next days.

today
$50
tomorrow
$72
Sunday
$51
Monday
$43
Tuesday
$41
Wednesday
Thursday
$41

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 7h 10m 10:45 AM Oakland W Oakland BART Station 5:55 PM Santa Barbara, CA UC Santa Barbara  Economy $50

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 11h 50m 11:50 PM Oakland Greyhound Bus Station 11:40 AM Santa Barbara, CA Amtrak  Economy $72
Greyhound US 12h 20m 11:20 PM Oakland W Oakland BART Station 11:40 AM Santa Barbara, CA Amtrak  Economy $73
  • Did you know that if you travel from Oakland to Santa Barbara, CA via San Francisco, you can save more than $20? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      Save more than 28%
      6h 40m
      Oakland
      7 mi
      11:15 AM
      San Francisco
      5th/Townsend
      5:55 PM
      Santa Barbara, CA
      UC Santa Barbara
      0 mi
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $52
  • Did you know that if you travel from Oakland to Santa Barbara, CA via San Jose, CA, you can save more than $25? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Greyhound US
      14h 0m
      0
      11:50 PM
      Oakland
      Greyhound Bus Station
      12:30 AM
      San Jose, CA
      Bus Stop
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $6
      • Waiting Time 8h 5m
    • FlixBus
      5h 15m
      0
      8:35 AM
      San Jose, CA
      Bus Stop
      1:50 PM
      Santa Barbara, CA
      Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $41
    Travel time is 2h 10m longer, but you will save $25

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 7h 10m 10:45 AM Oakland W Oakland BART Station 5:55 PM Santa Barbara, CA UC Santa Barbara  Economy $51
Greyhound US 11h 50m 11:20 PM Oakland W Oakland BART Station 11:10 AM Santa Barbara, CA Station  Economy $72
Greyhound US 12h 20m 11:20 PM Oakland W Oakland BART Station 11:40 AM Santa Barbara, CA Amtrak  Economy $76
Greyhound US 11h 50m 11:50 PM Oakland Greyhound Bus Station 11:40 AM Santa Barbara, CA Amtrak  Economy $76

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 7h 0m 7:40 AM Oakland W Oakland BART Station 2:40 PM Santa Barbara, CA Amtrak  Economy $43
Greyhound US 12h 20m 11:20 PM Oakland W Oakland BART Station 11:40 AM Santa Barbara, CA Amtrak  Economy $55
Greyhound US 11h 50m 11:50 PM Oakland Greyhound Bus Station 11:40 AM Santa Barbara, CA Amtrak  Economy $55

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 7h 0m 7:40 AM Oakland W Oakland BART Station 2:40 PM Santa Barbara, CA Amtrak  Economy $41
Greyhound US 12h 20m 11:20 PM Oakland W Oakland BART Station 11:40 AM Santa Barbara, CA Amtrak  Economy $55
Greyhound US 11h 50m 11:50 PM Oakland Greyhound Bus Station 11:40 AM Santa Barbara, CA Amtrak  Economy $55

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 7h 0m 7:40 AM Oakland W Oakland BART Station 2:40 PM Santa Barbara, CA Amtrak  Economy $41

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Oakland to Santa Barbara, CA is $41 on 4/14/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Oakland and Santa Barbara, CA

See here how frequent the connections between Oakland and Santa Barbara, CA are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 4 daily buses from Oakland to Santa Barbara, CA. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Oakland and Santa Barbara, CA.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 9 buses from Oakland to Santa Barbara, CA, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Oakland and Santa Barbara, CA, with 5 offers.

Facts about the bus from Oakland to Santa Barbara, CA

Compare all providers like Greyhound US and FlixBus that travel 2 times every day by bus from Oakland to Santa Barbara, CA in one click! Book your bus ticket from Oakland to Santa Barbara, CA starting from $41!

Cheapest Bus $41
Fastest Bus 7h 0m
Earliest Bus 10:45 AM
Latest Bus 7:40 AM
Daily Bus Routes 2 Ø
Distance 274.4 miles
Bus Companies Greyhound US and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Oakland to Santa Barbara, CA

Every day, 2 buses from 2 bus companies leave Oakland for Santa Barbara, CA: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 04/10/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 04/05
Monday 04/06
Tuesday 04/07
Wednesday 04/08
Thursday 04/09
Friday 04/10
$50
Saturday 04/11
$72
Sunday 04/12
$51
Monday 04/13
$43
Tuesday 04/14
$41
Wednesday 04/15
Thursday 04/16
$41
Friday 04/17
$50
Saturday 04/18
Sunday 04/19
Monday 04/20
Tuesday 04/21
$46
Wednesday 04/22
$43
Thursday 04/23
$47
Friday 04/24
Saturday 04/25
Sunday 04/26
Monday 04/27
Tuesday 04/28
Wednesday 04/29
$43
Thursday 04/30
$44
Friday 05/01
$47
Saturday 05/02

The cheapest time to travel from Oakland to Santa Barbara, CA

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Oakland to Santa Barbara, CA, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $41, Thursday is the cheapest day for a bus from Oakland to Santa Barbara, CA. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $72.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Oakland to Santa Barbara, CA, with $41. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $55.

How to save money travelling from Oakland to Santa Barbara, CA

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Oakland to Santa Barbara, CA in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Oakland to Santa Barbara, CA, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Oakland to Santa Barbara, CA are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Oakland to Santa Barbara, CA

These are the most booked bus companies between Oakland to Santa Barbara, CA from our users.

FlixBus from Oakland to Santa Barbara, CA

FlixBus

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Oakland to Santa Barbara, CA:

Cheapest Price $41
Fastest Bus 7h 0m
Earliest Bus 10:45 AM
Last Bus 7:40 AM
Daily Connections 1 Ø
Found on 3/16/2026

All bus stations and stops in Oakland and Santa Barbara, CA

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Oakland and Santa Barbara, CA.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Oakland to Santa Barbara, CA

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Oakland to Santa Barbara, CA? Or which bus companies serve the route Oakland to Santa Barbara, CA? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Oakland to Santa Barbara, CA bus

How much does a Oakland Santa Barbara, CA bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $41 and takes 7h 0m to reach Santa Barbara, CA. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Oakland to Santa Barbara, CA?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $41 and $76. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Santa Barbara, CA.

On average, how many connections are available from Oakland to Santa Barbara, CA each day?

Every day, the Oakland to Santa Barbara, CA bus route is served by approximately 2 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Oakland to Santa Barbara, CA take?

The fastest bus from Oakland to Santa Barbara, CA is offered by FlixBus and takes 7h 0m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $43. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Oakland to Santa Barbara, CA?

The earliest bus arriving in Santa Barbara, CA from Oakland starts at 10:45 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Oakland to Santa Barbara, CA?

The latest bus trip departing from Oakland for Santa Barbara, CA starts at 7:40 AM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Oakland Santa Barbara, CA route?

When traveling by bus from Oakland to Santa Barbara, CA, passengers can travel with Greyhound US and FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Oakland and Santa Barbara, CA?

You can check all the direct connections between Oakland and Santa Barbara, CA by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Greyhound US and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Oakland to Santa Barbara, CA bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Oakland Santa Barbara, CA bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Oakland Santa Barbara, CA bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Oakland to Santa Barbara, CA on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Oakland to Santa Barbara, CA?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 2 daily trips between Oakland and Santa Barbara, CA. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Oakland to Santa Barbara, CA?

Prices and availability for 2 trips between Oakland and Santa Barbara, CA change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Oakland to Santa Barbara, CA

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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