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Coach trips from San Francisco, CA to Santa Barbara, CA

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Avg. trip duration

6hr24mins

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Avg. distance

331 miles

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Starting rates for a trip from San Francisco to Santa Barbara are at £34.99. Maximize your savings on FlixBus tickets by venturing during non-peak times and weekdays. Secure your ticket conveniently via this website or our app. Multiple secure payment options are at your disposal, including card payments, PayPal, Google Pay, among others. Check out all your options in the payment segment. Facing payment glitches? Our payment assistance page is here to help. For those buying tickets onboard or at selling points, cash remains a viable payment method.
On the route from San Francisco to Santa Barbara, takes approximately 6 hours 15 minutes.
Booking bus tickets between Santa Barbara and San Francisco with FlixBus is quick and easy. Simply navigate to the FlixBus website and choose your trip in just three clicks. To find cheap coach tickets, you need to select your city & station of departure and destination, the dates of outgoing & return trips and the number of passengers. The search function will then show you coach trips at the best price, enabling you to reserve your seats and add the trip to your cart before paying for your booking.
Travelers journeying from San Francisco to Santa Barbara are entitled to one piece of checked luggage (50x80x30 cm, up to 20 kg) and one hand luggage (30x42x18 cm, up to 7 kg) free of charge. For specifics on extra or unique baggage, consult our luggage policy. Bikes can be ferried on FlixBus, subject to slot availability. Refer to for more information and our bike pricing guide for rates.
Printing is unnecessary for your San Francisco to Santa Barbara trip. Online bookers will receive a PDF confirmation via email, embedding a QR code as your ticket. Those using the FlixBus App will have the ticket saved there. Present the digital QR code to the driver upon boarding.
In San Francisco, there are 2 coach stops, namely San Francisco (5th/Townsend), San Francisco Bus Station. As for Santa Barbara, it boasts 8 stops: Carpinteria (Carpinteria Ave), Carpinteria (Linden Ave & 5th St), Goleta (Technology Dr), Isla Vista (UC Santa Barbara), Santa Barbara (La Cumbre Plaza), Santa Barbara (Train Station), Santa Barbara (UC Santa Barbara Bus Loop - University of California, Santa Barbara), Santa Barbara Bus Stop.. You can locate the FlixBus stops on the embedded map on this page.
For your journey between San Francisco and Santa Barbara, stay updated on your coach's whereabouts with our Real-Time Coach Tracker. Choose the relevant coach stop and get the projected arrival details, helping you stay informed about any possible delays.
The first FlixBus service from San Francisco to Santa Barbara is scheduled for 08:55.
The day's last FlixBus departure from San Francisco to Santa Barbara is at 23:25.
Every FlixBus service between San Francisco and Santa Barbara is designed to cater to passengers with mobility constraints. Our commitment is to make journeys as accessible and comfy as feasible for those with mobility challenges or disabilities. All trips between San Francisco and Santa Barbara welcome service animals. We accommodate wheelchairs, folding wheelchairs, and other mobility aids at no extra charge.

Looking for coach tickets from San Francisco to Santa Barbara?

You've come to the right place! The trip from San Francisco to Santa Barbara typically lasts about 6 hours 15 minutes and prices start at only £34.99. The initial coach is scheduled for 08:55, and the final one at 23:25. FlixBus operates 2 services per day between San Francisco and Santa Barbara. And with FlixBus, amenities like free Wifi, charging stations, and guaranteed seating come standard.

Guidelines to reserve your coach journey from San Francisco to Santa Barbara

With FlixBus, making a reservation is a breeze. Whether on this webpage or through the complimentary FlixBus App, the booking process is swift. When securing your coach trip from San Francisco to Santa Barbara online, we present various trusted payment gateways, including credit card, Paypal, Google, and Apple Pay. If preferred, cash payments are accepted on-board or at one of our outlets.

Why Choose FlixBus from San Francisco to Santa Barbara?

Enhance your travel adventures with FlixBus, where pocket-friendliness meets top-shelf service. We're waiting to greet you onboard!

Liberal Baggage Allowance

Pack as you wish—we offer a slot for one cabin bag and one check-in bag at no extra expense. Need clarity? visit our comprehensive luggage conditions page.

Travel with Littl'uns between San Francisco and Santa Barbara

Little travellers under 15 enjoy special prices, and we accept prams without extra fees. For a complete lowdown, do check our child travel stipulations.

Barrier-Free Journeys

Our bus routes connecting San Francisco and Santa Barbara ensure easy access for individuals with restricted mobility. We welcome service animals, and items like wheelchairs and other mobility aids on board free of charge.

Aboard Conveniences

On your journey from San Francisco to Santa Barbara, enjoy complimentary facilities such as individual power sockets, restrooms, and yes, Wi-Fi on most routes.

Sustainable Travel

Opting for a FlixBus is a gesture towards an eco-smart future. Activate the CO₂ offset option at booking and be assured of an environment-friendly travel choice. Embarking on a trip with FlixBus from San Francisco to Santa Barbara is not just a greener option than cars, taxis, or planes, but also economical and cushy.

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