Bus Santa Barbara, CA to Oakland: Compare prices and save money

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

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

today

$56

tomorrow

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

$50

Saturday

$53

Sunday

$53

Cheapest bus trips today
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	6h 50m	11:15 AM	Santa Barbara, CA	Station	6:05 PM	Oakland	W Oakland BART Station		Economy	$56	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Station, Santa Barbara, CA (USA) at 5/4/2026 11:15:00 AM to W Oakland BART Station, Oakland (USA) arriving at 5/4/2026 6:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $56 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 50m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	7h 0m	1:45 PM	Santa Barbara, CA	UC Santa Barbara	8:45 PM	Oakland	W Oakland BART Station		Economy	$50	A Bus from FlixBus goes from UC Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara, CA (USA) at 5/8/2026 1:45:00 PM to W Oakland BART Station, Oakland (USA) arriving at 5/8/2026 8:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $50 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	7h 0m	1:45 PM	Santa Barbara, CA	UC Santa Barbara	8:45 PM	Oakland	W Oakland BART Station		Economy	$53	A Bus from FlixBus goes from UC Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara, CA (USA) at 5/9/2026 1:45:00 PM to W Oakland BART Station, Oakland (USA) arriving at 5/9/2026 8:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $53 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	6h 50m	11:15 AM	Santa Barbara, CA	Station	6:05 PM	Oakland	W Oakland BART Station		Economy	$53	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Station, Santa Barbara, CA (USA) at 5/10/2026 11:15:00 AM to W Oakland BART Station, Oakland (USA) arriving at 5/10/2026 6:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $53 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 50m
	FlixBus	7h 0m	1:45 PM	Santa Barbara, CA	UC Santa Barbara	8:45 PM	Oakland	W Oakland BART Station		Economy	$56	A Bus from FlixBus goes from UC Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara, CA (USA) at 5/10/2026 1:45:00 PM to W Oakland BART Station, Oakland (USA) arriving at 5/10/2026 8:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $56 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Santa Barbara, CA to Oakland is $47 on 5/12/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Santa Barbara, CA and Oakland

See here how frequent the connections between Santa Barbara, CA and Oakland are, during different times and days of the week.

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 2 daily buses from Santa Barbara, CA to Oakland. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Santa Barbara, CA and Oakland.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 3 buses from Santa Barbara, CA to Oakland, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Santa Barbara, CA and Oakland, with 2 offers.

Facts about the bus from Santa Barbara, CA to Oakland

Compare all providers like FlixBus that travel 1 times every day by bus from Santa Barbara, CA to Oakland in one click! Book your bus ticket from Santa Barbara, CA to Oakland starting from $47!

Cheapest Bus	$47
Fastest Bus	6h 50m
Earliest Bus	11:15 AM
Latest Bus	1:45 PM
Daily Bus Routes	1 Ø
Distance	274.4 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Santa Barbara, CA to Oakland

Every day, 1 buses from 1 bus companies leave Santa Barbara, CA for Oakland: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 05/04/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 05/03

Monday 05/04

$56

Tuesday 05/05

Wednesday 05/06

Thursday 05/07

Friday 05/08

$50

Saturday 05/09

$53

Sunday 05/10

$53

Monday 05/11

Tuesday 05/12

$47

Wednesday 05/13

Thursday 05/14

$53

Friday 05/15

Saturday 05/16

$51

Sunday 05/17

$53

Monday 05/18

Tuesday 05/19

$50

Wednesday 05/20

$50

Thursday 05/21

$62

Friday 05/22

$88

Saturday 05/23

$70

Sunday 05/24

Monday 05/25

Tuesday 05/26

$57

Wednesday 05/27

Thursday 05/28

$53

Friday 05/29

Saturday 05/30

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

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Santa Barbara, CA to Oakland, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $49, Friday is the cheapest day for a bus from Santa Barbara, CA to Oakland. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $55.

Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Santa Barbara, CA to Oakland, with $50. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $53.

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

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 Santa Barbara, CA to Oakland 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 Santa Barbara, CA to Oakland, 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 Santa Barbara, CA to Oakland are also emptier.

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

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

Amtrak

Anacapa & De La Guerra

Airbus Stop

UC Santa Barbara

Ocean Rd 18

San Luis Obispo

Santa Barbara Ave 1980

Greyhound Bus Station

San Pablo Ave 2103

Jack London

Broadway

West Oakland

Jack London Square

Lake Merritt Station

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

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

FAQs about the Santa Barbara, CA to Oakland bus

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

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $47 and takes 7h 0m to reach Oakland. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $47 and $56. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Oakland.

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

Every day, the Santa Barbara, CA to Oakland bus route is served by approximately 1 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Santa Barbara, CA to Oakland is offered by FlixBus and takes 6h 50m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $56. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

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

The earliest bus arriving in Oakland from Santa Barbara, CA starts at 11:15 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 Santa Barbara, CA to Oakland?

The latest bus trip departing from Santa Barbara, CA for Oakland starts at 1:45 PM. 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 Santa Barbara, CA Oakland route?

When traveling by bus from Santa Barbara, CA to Oakland, passengers can travel with 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 Santa Barbara, CA and Oakland?

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

What can I take with me on the Santa Barbara, CA to Oakland 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 Santa Barbara, CA Oakland 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 Santa Barbara, CA Oakland 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 Santa Barbara, CA to Oakland on your planned travel date.

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

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Santa Barbara, CA and to Oakland

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Santa Barbara, CA and to Oakland. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!