What is the cheapest way to get from Isla Vista to Oakland?

The cheapest way to get from Isla Vista to Oakland is to bus via State & Yanonali which costs $50 - $85 and takes 10h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Isla Vista to Oakland?

The fastest way to get from Isla Vista to Oakland is to fly which takes 2h 51m and costs $30 - $240.

Is there a direct bus between Isla Vista and Oakland?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop and arriving at Oakland. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h.

How far is it from Isla Vista to Oakland?

The distance between Isla Vista and Oakland is 291 miles. The road distance is 316 miles.

How do I travel from Isla Vista to Oakland without a car?

The best way to get from Isla Vista to Oakland without a car is to bus which takes 8h and costs .

How long does it take to get from Isla Vista to Oakland?

It takes approximately 3h 12m to get from Isla Vista to Oakland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Isla Vista to Oakland bus from?

Isla Vista to Oakland bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Bus or fly from Isla Vista to Oakland?

The best way to get from Isla Vista to Oakland is to fly which takes 3h 12m and costs $160 - $390. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h.

Where does the Isla Vista to Oakland bus arrive?

Isla Vista to Oakland bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Oakland station.

Can I drive from Isla Vista to Oakland?

Yes, the driving distance between Isla Vista to Oakland is 316 miles. It takes approximately 5h 45m to drive from Isla Vista to Oakland.

How do I get a bus ticket from Isla Vista to Oakland?

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Where can I stay near Oakland?

There are 772+ hotels available in Oakland.

Isla Vista to Oakland - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Isla Vista to Oakland by plane, bus (Amtrak), bus, train, car, or bus (Flixbus)

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Fly to San Francisco International Airport
best
1. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane SBA - SFO
3h 12m
$162–386
Fly to Oakland International Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Oakland International Airport (OAK)plane SBA - OAK
2h 51m
$34–239
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop to Oaklandbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
8h
Bus, train (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop to Paso Robles Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the train from Paso Robles Amtrak Station to Oaklandtrain Coast Starlight
8h 41m
Drive 314.2 mi
1. Drive from Isla Vista to Oaklandcar 314.2 mi
5h 45m
$54–78
Bus via State & Yanonali (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to Oaklandbus FlixBus 2005
10h 1m
$50–82

Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) flights

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1h 22mAverage Duration

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Distance: 289.3 mi
Duration: 3h 12m

What companies run services between Isla Vista, CA, USA and Oakland, CA, USA?

United Airlines flies from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) 5 times a day. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a bus from Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop to Oakland 3 times a day, and the journey takes 8h.

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