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How to Travel from

Santa Barbara to San Francisco

by Plane, Rideshare, Route or Car

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Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 31m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$54.85–$535.79

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$56.13–$204.11

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.33–$395.46
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.92–$459.25

Frontier Airlines

Website:
flyfrontier.com/
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 36m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$16.58–$140.33

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Website:
alaskaair.com/
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$54.85–$344.44

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Oakland
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.33–$484.76
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$76.54–$369.95
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to Oakland
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.57–$382.71

Train operators

Caltrain

Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$10.84–$14.03

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Santa Barbara to San
Ave. Duration:
7h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$42.10–$153.08
Bus from Santa Barbara to San
Ave. Duration:
7h 35m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Train from Santa Barbara to Los
Ave. Duration:
2h 54m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$15.31–$95.68
Bus from Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop to San
Ave. Duration:
7h 20m
Frequency:
3 times a day

BART

Phone:
+1-510-464-6000
Website:
bart.gov
Train from Coliseum to Powell
Ave. Duration:
24 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.57–$4.72

Bus operators

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Santa Barbara to San
Ave. Duration:
6h 35m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$34.44–$114.81
Bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to San
Ave. Duration:
6h 35m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$28.26–$97.83

Central Coast Shuttle

Phone:
+1 800-470-8818
Website:
centralcoastshuttle.com
Bus from Santa Barbara, CA to Los
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$76.54–$95.68

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to San Francisco is to bus which costs $29.35 - $97.83 and takes 7h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to San Francisco is to fly which takes 3h 26m and costs $119.57 - $369.57 .

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Santa Barbara and arriving at San Francisco. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 35m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Santa Barbara to San Francisco. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara and arriving at San Francisco Caltrain Northbound via San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 57m.

How far is it from Santa Barbara to San Francisco?

The distance between Santa Barbara and San Francisco is 459 km. The road distance is 542.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to San Francisco without a car is to bus which takes 7h 35m and costs $29.35 - $97.83 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Santa Barbara to San Francisco, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

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

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to San Francisco is to fly which takes 3h 26m and costs $119.57 - $369.57 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $29.35 - $97.83 and takes 7h 35m, you could also train and Caltrain, which costs $44.57 - $141.30 and takes 8h 57m.

Where does the Santa Barbara to San Francisco bus arrive?

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

Where does the Santa Barbara to San Francisco train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Santa Barbara to San Francisco?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Barbara to San Francisco is 543 km. It takes approximately 5h 46m to drive from Santa Barbara to San Francisco.

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

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

Where can I stay near San Francisco?

There are 821+ hotels available in San Francisco. Prices start at $72.98 per night.
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