CA → CA · about 231 miles
San Jose to Isla Vista bus schedule
American Star Tours runs 11 direct buses a week from San Jose to Isla Vista. The fastest takes 5 hours 35 minutes; the first bus leaves at 10:50 AM and the last at 6:20 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Buses a week
- 11
- Fastest trip
- 5h 35m
- First bus
- 10:50 AM
- Last bus
- 6:20 PM
Timetable
Every bus leaves from San Jose and arrives at Isla Vista (UC Santa Barbara). Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Days | Bus company |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:50 AM | 4:25 PM | 5h 35m | Thu, Fri | American Star Tours Full timetable |
| 12:30 PM | 6:05 PM | 5h 35m | Sat & Sun | American Star Tours Full timetable |
| 5:55 PM | 12:15 AM +1 day | 6h 20m | Sat & Sun | American Star Tours Full timetable |
| 6:20 PM | 12:40 AM +1 day | 6h 20m | Mon–Fri | American Star Tours Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in San Jose Where you get off in Isla Vista The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the bus in San Jose
Where the bus stops in Isla Vista
- Isla Vista (UC Santa Barbara) Map of Isla Vista (UC Santa Barbara) (Google Maps)
Return trip: Isla Vista to San Jose
Questions
How long is the bus from San Jose to Isla Vista?
The fastest direct bus takes 5 hours 35 minutes; the typical trip is 6 hours 20 minutes.
What time is the first bus from San Jose to Isla Vista?
The earliest departure is at 10:50 AM (Thu, Fri) and the last at 6:20 PM (Mon–Fri).
Which bus companies go from San Jose to Isla Vista?
American Star Tours runs direct buses on this route.
Where do I catch the bus in San Jose?
Buses to Isla Vista leave from San Jose bus stop.