What is the cheapest way to get from Alhambra to Montecito?

The cheapest way to get from Alhambra to Montecito is to drive which costs $17 - $26 and takes 1h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alhambra to Montecito?

The fastest way to get from Alhambra to Montecito is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs $17 - $26.

Is there a direct bus between Alhambra and Montecito?

No, there is no direct bus from Alhambra to Montecito. However, there are services departing from Main / Garfield and arriving at East Valley & San Ysidro via Los Angeles Union Station, UCSB North Hall Inbound and Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 53m.

How far is it from Alhambra to Montecito?

The distance between Alhambra and Montecito is 118 miles. The road distance is 98.9 miles.

How do I travel from Alhambra to Montecito without a car?

The best way to get from Alhambra to Montecito without a car is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs $50 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Alhambra to Montecito?

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Alhambra to Montecito, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alhambra to Montecito bus from?

Alhambra to Montecito bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Main / Garfield station.

Train or bus from Alhambra to Montecito?

The best way to get from Alhambra to Montecito is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs $50 - $140. Alternatively, you can line 78 bus and bus and line 14 bus, which costs $28 - $55 and takes 5h 53m.

Where does the Alhambra to Montecito bus arrive?

Alhambra to Montecito bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Cesar E Chavez / Vignes station.

Can I drive from Alhambra to Montecito?

Yes, the driving distance between Alhambra to Montecito is 99 miles. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Alhambra to Montecito.

Where can I stay near Montecito?

There are 308+ hotels available in Montecito.

Alhambra to Montecito - 3 ways to travel via train, line 78 bus, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Alhambra to Montecito by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to Santa BarbaraPacific Surfliner / ...
4h 17m
$51–137
Drive 98.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Alhambra to Montecito98.3 mi
1h 45m
$18–26
Line 78 bus, bus, line 14 bus
1. Take the bus from Main / Garfield to Cesar E Chavez / Vignes78
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Isla Vista
3. Take the bus from UCSB North Hall Inbound to Transit Center24X
4. Take the bus from Transit Center to East Valley & San Ysidro14
5h 53m
$29–51

Alhambra to Montecito by bus

4Weekly Buses

5h 53mAverage Duration

$29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 117.8 mi
Duration: 4h 17m

What companies run services between Alhambra, CA, USA and Montecito, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara every 4 hours. Tickets cost $29–110 and the journey takes 2h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Main / Garfield to East Valley & San Ysidro via Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, Los Angeles Union Station, Isla Vista, UCSB North Hall Inbound, and Transit Center in around 5h 53m.

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