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How to Travel from

Santa Barbara to San Francisco Airport

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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–$548.54

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 26m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$54.85–$191.35

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.33–$420.98
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.92–$433.73

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–$318.92

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Oakland
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.33–$472.00
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$76.54–$369.95

Train operators

Caltrain

Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound to Millbrae
Ave. Duration:
56 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.93–$11.48

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

BART

Phone:
+1-510-464-6000
Website:
bart.gov
Train from Coliseum to Montgomery
Ave. Duration:
22 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.44–$4.72
Train from Montgomery Street to San
Ave. Duration:
32 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$9.57–$12.12

Bus operators

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to San
Ave. Duration:
6h 35m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$33.17–$114.81

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 Airport (SFO)?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to San Francisco Airport (SFO) is to bus via San Francisco which costs $30.43 - $103.26 and takes 8h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

The fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to San Francisco Airport (SFO) is to fly which takes 2h 59m and costs $119.57 - $369.57 .

Is there a direct bus between Santa Barbara and San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Barbara to San Francisco Airport (SFO). However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara Bus Stop and arriving at SFO Airport Terminal A-Lower Level via Townsend St & 5th St and Mission St & 1st St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Santa Barbara and San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

No, there is no direct train from Santa Barbara to San Francisco Airport (SFO). However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara and arriving at San Francisco International Airport via San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound and Millbrae. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 47m.

How far is it from Santa Barbara to San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

The distance between Santa Barbara and San Francisco Airport (SFO) is 437 km. The road distance is 522.5 km.

How do I travel from Santa Barbara to San Francisco Airport (SFO) without a car?

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to San Francisco Airport (SFO) without a car is to bus which takes 8h 10m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Santa Barbara to San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Santa Barbara to San Francisco Airport (SFO), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Barbara to San Francisco Airport (SFO) bus from?

Santa Barbara to San Francisco Airport (SFO) bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Santa Barbara Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the Santa Barbara to San Francisco Airport (SFO) train from?

Santa Barbara to San Francisco Airport (SFO) train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Santa Barbara station.

Train, bus or fly from Santa Barbara to San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to San Francisco Airport (SFO) is to fly which takes 2h 59m and costs $119.57 - $369.57 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 10m, you could also train and Caltrain, which costs $50 - $152.17 and takes 8h 47m.

Where does the Santa Barbara to San Francisco Airport (SFO) bus arrive?

Santa Barbara to San Francisco Airport (SFO) bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at San Francisco station.

Where does the Santa Barbara to San Francisco Airport (SFO) train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Santa Barbara to San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Barbara to San Francisco Airport (SFO) is 522 km. It takes approximately 5h 32m to drive from Santa Barbara to San Francisco Airport (SFO).

Where can I stay near San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

There are 787+ hotels available in San Francisco Airport (SFO). Prices start at $54.04 per night.
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