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How to Travel from

San Francisco to Santa Barbara

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San Francisco
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San Francisco, United States of America → Santa Barbara, United States of America

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Transport providers

United Airlines
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Southwest Airlines
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United Airlines
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1h 18m
Every day
$140.33–$395.46
Southwest Airlines
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1h 12m
Every day
$153.08–$535.79
Caltrain
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Amtrak
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BART
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Caltrain
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1h 16m
Every 30 minutes
$10.84–$14.03
+1 800-660-4287
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Amtrak
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7h 46m
Once daily
$42.10–$153.08
+1 800-872-7245
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BART
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23 min
Every 15 minutes
$3.57–$4.72
+1-510-464-6000
+1-510-464-6000
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Flixbus USA
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Flixbus USA
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6h 40m
4 times a week
$34.44–$114.81
+1 (855) 626-8585
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Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from San Francisco to Santa Barbara?

The cheapest way to get from San Francisco to Santa Barbara is to bus which costs $29.35 - $97.83 and takes 8h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Francisco to Santa Barbara?

The fastest way to get from San Francisco to Santa Barbara is to fly which takes 3h 46m and costs $119.57 - $369.57 .

Is there a direct bus between San Francisco and Santa Barbara?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from San Francisco and arriving at Santa Barbara. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 25m.

Is there a direct train between San Francisco and Santa Barbara?

No, there is no direct train from San Francisco to Santa Barbara. However, there are services departing from San Francisco Caltrain Southbound and arriving at Santa Barbara via San Jose. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 2m.

How far is it from San Francisco to Santa Barbara?

The distance between San Francisco and Santa Barbara is 458 km. The road distance is 542.1 km.

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

The best way to get from San Francisco to Santa Barbara without a car is to bus which takes 8h 25m and costs $29.35 - $97.83 .

How long does it take to get from San Francisco to Santa Barbara?

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from San Francisco to Santa Barbara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Francisco to Santa Barbara bus from?

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

Where do I catch the San Francisco to Santa Barbara train from?

San Francisco to Santa Barbara train services, operated by Caltrain, depart from San Francisco Caltrain Southbound station.

Train, bus or fly from San Francisco to Santa Barbara?

The best way to get from San Francisco to Santa Barbara is to fly which takes 3h 46m and costs $119.57 - $369.57 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $29.35 - $97.83 and takes 8h 25m, you could also Caltrain and train, which costs $44.57 - $152.17 and takes 10h 2m.

Where does the San Francisco to Santa Barbara bus arrive?

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

Where does the San Francisco to Santa Barbara train arrive?

San Francisco to Santa Barbara train services, operated by Caltrain, arrive at San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southbound station.

Can I drive from San Francisco to Santa Barbara?

Yes, the driving distance between San Francisco to Santa Barbara is 542 km. It takes approximately 5h 46m to drive from San Francisco to Santa Barbara.

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

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

Where can I stay near Santa Barbara?

There are 201+ hotels available in Santa Barbara. Prices start at $55.60 per night.
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