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The cheapest and fastest buses from San Jose, CA to Santa Barbara, CA

Showing times and prices for Feb 18

Cheapest price

$85

Average price

$98

Fastest journey

7 h 22 m

Average duration

7 h 50 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

380 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Jose, CA to Santa Barbara, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest
Amtrak
08:02AM8h18
Santa Clara Station, Santa Clara, CA
04:20PMSanta Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA
$851One-way
1 transfer
2nd Cheapest
Amtrak
11:25AM7h22
San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA
06:47PMSanta Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA
$1111One-way
1 transfer

San Jose, CA to Santa Barbara, CA bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, February 18
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
Amtrak
523 Capitol Corridor
Amtrak523 Capitol Corridor
08:02AM Santa Clara Station, Santa Clara, CA8h18 04:20PM Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA1 transfer
Amtrak
4794 AMTRAK
Amtrak4794 AMTRAK
11:25AM San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA7h22 06:47PM Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from San Jose, CA to Santa Barbara, CA

Buses from San Jose, CA to Santa Barbara, CA run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $38 (€34) if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
236 miles (380 km)
Average bus duration
7h 1m
Cheapest ticket price
$38 (€34)
Buses per day
3
Direct buses
1
Bus providers
1
Fastest bus
5h 30m
First bus
00:15
Last bus
23:10
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: Amtrak, Greyhound and FlixBus from San Jose, CA to Santa Barbara, CA

Find the best buses from San Jose, CA to Santa Barbara, CA with Omio's travel partners Amtrak, Greyhound and FlixBus from $39 (€35). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best route.

Amtrak is the main bus company in the United States and operates medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 American states and 3 Canadian provinces. With over 300 Amtrak buses running daily, you can travel by bus across America and explore destinations near and far. Take the Acela bus for high-speed services connecting popular cities in the Northeast, the Coast Starlight to travel up and down the stunning West Coast or the Empire Builder to travel from Chicago to the Midwest and the Pacific Northwest among others. Amtrak offers different class options to suit any traveler’s budget with classes like Coach, Business, First and the Sleeper Class, where you can book a Roomette, Bedroom, and Bedroom suite among others for night travel. When you book your bus journey from San Jose, CA to Santa Barbara, CA, you can choose between ticket types like Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium.

San Jose, CA to Santa Barbara, CA bus information with Amtrak:

  • Average Duration: 6 h 35 min
  • Cheapest Price: $61
  • Amtrak frequency: 4 a day

FAQs: Bus from San Jose, CA to Santa Barbara, CA

FAQs: Take the bus from San Jose, CA to Santa Barbara, CA with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from San Jose, CA to Santa Barbara, CA.
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Cheap bus tickets from San Jose, CA to Santa Barbara, CA can start from as little as $38 (€34) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for San Jose, CA to Santa Barbara, CA is $75 (€67); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the San Jose, CA to Santa Barbara, CA bus travel time is 5 h 30 min   for the 236 mile (380 km) long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from San Jose, CA to Santa Barbara, CA leaves at 8: 55AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last bus from San Jose, CA to Santa Barbara, CA leaves at 11: 20PM.
Yes, there are 3 direct buses a day from San Jose, CA to Santa Barbara, CA with FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
For the trip from San Jose, CA to Santa Barbara, CA you can take a bus with FlixBus. Be sure to check out all possible bus companies that offer services to Santa Barbara, CA from San Jose, CA on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
The cheapest month to travel from San Jose, CA to Santa Barbara, CA by bus is August.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between San Jose, CA and Santa Barbara, CA including taking a train or bus.

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