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Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Francisco. The journey takes about 7 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus Santa Barbara to San Francisco, US: Trip Overview
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Santa Barbara - San Francisco, US
What is the distance between Santa Barbara and San Francisco?
The distance covered from Santa Barbara to San Francisco is 447 km (277 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Santa Barbara to San Francisco?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at Train Station, in Santa Barbara, and end it at Hyde/Beach (Fisherman's Wharf), in San Francisco.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Santa Barbara to San Francisco, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$21 to US$94 for a bus ticket from Santa Barbara to San Francisco, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$21 which is on 2025-08-08.
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If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Santa Barbara to San Francisco but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.
Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Santa Barbara to San Francisco, get comfy and count the stars.
Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Santa Barbara to San Francisco.
Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Santa Barbara to San Francisco while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.
Did you know?
9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.
Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!
Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!
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