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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara

Composite routes from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara

Cheapest
1 h 40 min
Car
152 km.
from $8

Transport providers

Airlines

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to Santa
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$184.78–$391.30

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Los Angeles to Santa
Ave. Duration:
2h 33m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$13.04–$81.52

Bus operators

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Los Angeles Downtown to Isla
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$10.87–$48.91

Central Coast Shuttle

Phone:
+1 800-470-8818
Email:
cclax@cclax.com
Website:
centralcoastshuttle.com
Bus from Los Angeles Airport, CA to Santa
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$65.22–$81.52

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara, CA?

The cheapest way to get from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara, CA is to drive which costs $17.39 - $26.09 and takes 1h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara, CA?

The fastest way to get from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara, CA is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs $17.39 - $26.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Los Angeles and Santa Barbara, CA?

No, there is no direct bus from Los Angeles station to Santa Barbara, CA. However, there are services departing from Union Station FlyAway - 800 N Alameda St at Union Station / Patsaurus Plaza and arriving at Santa Barbara, CA via Los Angeles Airport, CA. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

How far is it from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara, CA?

The distance between Los Angeles and Santa Barbara, CA is 169 km. The road distance is 156.2 km.

How do I travel from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara, CA without a car?

The best way to get from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara, CA without a car is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs $23.91 - $92.39 .

How long does it take to get from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara, CA?

It takes approximately 2h 36m to get from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara, CA, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Los Angeles to Santa Barbara, CA bus from?

Los Angeles to Santa Barbara, CA bus services, operated by Central Coast Shuttle, depart from Los Angeles Airport, CA station.

Train, bus or fly from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara, CA?

The best way to get from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara, CA is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs $23.91 - $92.39 . Alternatively, you can bus via Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), which costs $70.65 - $92.39 and takes 3h 58m, you could also fly, which costs $141.30 - $402.17 and takes 3h 36m.

Where does the Los Angeles to Santa Barbara, CA bus arrive?

Los Angeles to Santa Barbara, CA bus services, operated by Central Coast Shuttle, arrive at Santa Barbara, CA station.

Can I drive from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara, CA?

Yes, the driving distance between Los Angeles to Santa Barbara, CA is 156 km. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara, CA.

Where can I stay near Santa Barbara, CA?

There are 197+ hotels available in Santa Barbara, CA. Prices start at $56 per night.
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