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

The cheapest way to get from Aptos to Santa Barbara is to drive which costs $45 - $65 and takes 4h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aptos to Santa Barbara is to drive which takes 4h 33m and costs $45 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Aptos and Santa Barbara?

No, there is no direct bus from Aptos to Santa Barbara. However, there are services departing from Soquel Dr & Trout Gulch Rd and arriving at Santa Barbara via Watsonville Transit Center / Lane 2 and Salinas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 13m.

How far is it from Aptos to Santa Barbara?

The distance between Aptos and Santa Barbara is 278 miles. The road distance is 246.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aptos to Santa Barbara without a car is to bus which takes 9h 13m and costs $30 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 9h 13m to get from Aptos to Santa Barbara, including transfers.

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

Aptos to Santa Barbara bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Salinas station.

Train or bus from Aptos to Santa Barbara?

The best way to get from Aptos to Santa Barbara is to bus which takes 9h 13m and costs $30 - $110. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $60 - $130 and takes 9h 19m.

Where does the Aptos to Santa Barbara bus arrive?

Aptos to Santa Barbara bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Santa Barbara station.

Can I drive from Aptos to Santa Barbara?

Yes, the driving distance between Aptos to Santa Barbara is 247 miles. It takes approximately 4h 33m to drive from Aptos to Santa Barbara.

Where can I stay near Santa Barbara?

There are 262+ hotels available in Santa Barbara.

Aptos to Santa Barbara - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and Caltrain

There are 5 ways to get from Aptos to Santa Barbara by bus (Amtrak, Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, bus, train, or plane

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Salinas to Santa BarbaraAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
9h 13m
$33–101
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Salinas to Santa BarbaraCoast Starlight
9h 19m
$64–121
Drive 245.2 mi
1. Drive from Aptos to Santa Barbara245.2 mi
4h 33m
$45–65
Bus, Caltrain to San Francisco International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Front to Diridon Station
2. Take the train from San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound to Millbrae Caltrain Northbound
3. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)SFO - SBA
6h 29m
$54–286
Bus, train to Oakland International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Front to Diridon Station
2. Take the train from San Jose to Oakland Coliseum/Airport Amtrak
3. Fly from Oakland International Airport (OAK) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)OAK - SBA
7h 13m
$60–304

Aptos to Santa Barbara by bus and foot

25Weekly Services

9h 13mAverage Duration

$33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 276.3 mi
Duration: 9h 13m

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

Amtrak operates a bus from Salinas to Santa Barbara 3 times a day, and the journey takes 6h. Flixbus USA also services this route 4 times a week. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Salinas to Santa Barbara once daily. Tickets cost $60–110 and the journey takes 6h 6m.

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