What is the cheapest way to get from Altadena to Santa Barbara?

The cheapest way to get from Altadena to Santa Barbara is to line 267 bus and bus which costs $17 - $30 and takes 5h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Altadena to Santa Barbara?

The fastest way to get from Altadena to Santa Barbara is to drive which takes 1h 47m and costs $18 - $27.

Is there a direct bus between Altadena and Santa Barbara?

No, there is no direct bus from Altadena to Santa Barbara. However, there are services departing from Altadena / Lake and arriving at Santa Barbara Bus Stop via Raymond / Del Mar, El Monte Station - Upper Level and Los Angeles Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Altadena and Santa Barbara?

No, there is no direct train from Altadena station to Santa Barbara. However, there are services departing from Memorial Park Station and arriving at Santa Barbara via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

How far is it from Altadena to Santa Barbara?

The distance between Altadena and Santa Barbara is 116 miles. The road distance is 101.7 miles.

How do I travel from Altadena to Santa Barbara without a car?

The best way to get from Altadena to Santa Barbara without a car is to train which takes 4h 28m and costs $30 - $75.

How long does it take to get from Altadena to Santa Barbara?

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from Altadena to Santa Barbara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Altadena to Santa Barbara bus from?

Altadena to Santa Barbara bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Raymond / Del Mar station.

Where do I catch the Altadena to Santa Barbara train from?

Altadena to Santa Barbara train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Los Angeles station.

Train or bus from Altadena to Santa Barbara?

The best way to get from Altadena to Santa Barbara is to train which takes 4h 28m and costs $30 - $75. Alternatively, you can line 267 bus and bus, which costs $17 - $30 and takes 5h 6m.

Where does the Altadena to Santa Barbara bus arrive?

Altadena to Santa Barbara bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at El Monte Station - Lower Level.

Where does the Altadena to Santa Barbara train arrive?

Altadena to Santa Barbara train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Santa Barbara station.

Can I drive from Altadena to Santa Barbara?

Yes, the driving distance between Altadena to Santa Barbara is 102 miles. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from Altadena to Santa Barbara.

Where can I stay near Santa Barbara?

There are 276+ hotels available in Santa Barbara.

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There are 3 ways to get from Altadena to Santa Barbara by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to Santa Barbaratrain Pacific Surfliner / ...
4h 28m
$34–74
Line 267 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Raymond / Del Mar to El Monte Station - Lower Levelbus 267
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Santa Barbara Bus Stopbus FlixBus 2005
5h 6m
$18–30
Drive 101.1 mi
1. Drive from Altadena to Santa Barbaracar 101.1 mi
1h 47m
$19–27

Altadena to Santa Barbara by bus, tram, and train (Amtrak)

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4h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 115.8 mi
Duration: 4h 28m

What companies run services between Altadena, CA, USA and Santa Barbara, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara every 4 hours. Tickets cost $30–70 and the journey takes 2h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Altadena / Lake to Santa Barbara Bus Stop via Raymond / Del Mar, El Monte Station - Upper Level, Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza, and Los Angeles Union Station in around 5h 6m.

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