What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to Oakland?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to Oakland is to drive which costs $55 - $85 and takes 5h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to Oakland?

The fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to Oakland is to fly and BART which takes 3h 32m and costs $280 - $430.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Barbara and Oakland?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Santa Barbara and arriving at Oakland. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Santa Barbara and Oakland?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Santa Barbara and arriving at Oakland. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 45m.

How far is it from Santa Barbara to Oakland?

The distance between Santa Barbara and Oakland is 297 miles. The road distance is 316.4 miles.

How do I travel from Santa Barbara to Oakland without a car?

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to Oakland without a car is to bus which takes 8h 15m and costs $55 - $180.

How long does it take to get from Santa Barbara to Oakland?

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Santa Barbara to Oakland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Barbara to Oakland bus from?

Santa Barbara to Oakland bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Santa Barbara station.

Where do I catch the Santa Barbara to Oakland train from?

Santa Barbara to Oakland train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Santa Barbara station.

Train, bus or fly from Santa Barbara to Oakland?

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to Oakland is to fly which takes 3h 48m and costs $200 - $450. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $55 - $180 and takes 8h 15m, you could also train, which costs $110 - $240 and takes 8h 45m.

Where does the Santa Barbara to Oakland bus arrive?

Santa Barbara to Oakland bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Oakland station.

Where does the Santa Barbara to Oakland train arrive?

Santa Barbara to Oakland train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Oakland station.

Can I drive from Santa Barbara to Oakland?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Barbara to Oakland is 316 miles. It takes approximately 5h 41m to drive from Santa Barbara to Oakland.

How do I get a train ticket from Santa Barbara to Oakland?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Santa Barbara to Oakland?

Book your Santa Barbara to Oakland bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Oakland?

There are 774+ hotels available in Oakland.

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There are 5 ways to get from Santa Barbara to Oakland by plane, bus (Amtrak, Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, or subway

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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 48m
$202–446
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara to Oaklandbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
8h 15m
$55–180
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Santa Barbara to Oaklandtrain Coast Starlight
8h 45m
$110–240
Drive 314.6 mi
1. Drive from Santa Barbara to Oaklandcar 314.6 mi
5h 41m
$58–83
Fly to Oakland International Airport, BART
1. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Oakland International Airport (OAK)plane SBA - OAK
2. Take the subway from Coliseum to 12th Street / Oakland City Centersubway
3h 32m
$284–429

Santa Barbara to Oakland by bus

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Distance: 295.6 mi
Duration: 3h 48m

What companies run services between Santa Barbara, 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 Santa Barbara to Oakland 3 times a day. Tickets cost $120–180 and the journey takes 8h 15m. Flixbus USA also services this route 4 times a week.

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