What is the cheapest way to get from Boston to Goleta?

The cheapest way to get from Boston to Goleta is to fly and bus which costs $200 - $500 and takes 9h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Boston to Goleta?

The fastest way to get from Boston to Goleta is to fly which takes 8h 16m and costs $180 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Boston and Goleta?

No, there is no direct bus from Boston station to Goleta. However, there are services departing from South Station and arriving at Santa Barbara Airport via Port Authority Bus Terminal, St Louis Bus Station, Union Station FlyAway - 800 N Alameda St at Union Station / Patsaurus Plaza and Los Angeles Airport, CA. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 0h.

Is there a direct train between Boston and Goleta?

No, there is no direct train from Boston to Goleta station. However, there are services departing from Boston and arriving at Goleta Station via Chicago Union Station and Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 22h.

How far is it from Boston to Goleta?

The distance between Boston and Goleta is 2678 miles. The road distance is 3076.8 miles.

How do I travel from Boston to Goleta without a car?

The best way to get from Boston to Goleta without a car is to train which takes 2 days 22h and costs $390 - $2,200.

Where do I catch the Boston to Goleta bus from?

Boston to Goleta bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, depart from South Station.

Where do I catch the Boston to Goleta train from?

Boston to Goleta train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Boston station.

Train, bus or fly from Boston to Goleta?

The best way to get from Boston to Goleta is to fly which takes 8h 16m and costs $180 - $750. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $390 - $2,200 and takes 2 days 22h, you could also bus, which costs $310 - $850 and takes 3 days 0h.

How long is the flight from Boston to Goleta?

There is no direct flight from Boston Logan Airport Airport to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport Airport. The quickest flight takes 8h 31m and has one stopover.

Where does the Boston to Goleta bus arrive?

Boston to Goleta bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, arrive at Port Authority Bus Terminal station.

What is the time difference between Boston and Goleta?

Goleta is 3h behind Boston. It is currently 5:50 AM in Boston and 2:50 AM in Goleta.

Where does the Boston to Goleta train arrive?

Boston to Goleta train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Boston to Goleta?

Yes, the driving distance between Boston to Goleta is 3077 miles. It takes approximately 2 days 1h to drive from Boston to Goleta.

Which airlines fly from Boston Logan Airport Airport to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport Airport?

Southwest Airlines, Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines offer flights from Boston Logan Airport Airport to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport Airport.

How do I get a train ticket from Boston to Goleta?

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Where can I stay near Goleta?

There are 261+ hotels available in Goleta.

Boston to Goleta - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

Q: How long does it take to get from Boston to Goleta?

It takes approximately 8h 16m to fly from Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA), including transfers and time at the airport.

There are 7 ways to get from Boston to Goleta by plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), car, bus, or train

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Fly to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport
best
1. Fly from Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)BOS - SBA
8h 16m
$180–750
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Boston to Chicago Union Station
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Los Angeles
3. Take the train from Los Angeles to Goleta Station
2d 22h
$397–2,110
Bus
1. Take the bus from South Station to Port Authority Bus Terminal
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to St Louis Bus Station
3. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Los Angeles Union Station
4. Take the bus from Los Angeles Airport, CA to Santa Barbara Airport
3d
$316–827
Drive 3,059 mi
1. Drive from Boston to Goleta3,059 mi
2d 1h
$559–807
Fly to Los Angeles International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)BOS - LAX
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Airport, CA to Santa Barbara Airport
9h 58m
$204–496
Fly to Santa Maria Airport, bus
1. Fly from Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to Santa Maria Airport (SMX)BOS - SMX
2. Take the bus from Santa Maria Airport, CA to Santa Barbara Airport
11h 23m
$249–821
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Boston to Syracuse Bus Station
2. Take the train from Syracuse Regional Transportation Center to Chicago Union Station
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Emeryville
4. Take the bus from Emeryville to Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop
3d 11h

Boston to Goleta by train (Amtrak)

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2d 22hAverage Duration

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Distance: 2,662.4 mi
Duration: 8h 16m

What companies run services between Boston, MA, USA and Goleta, CA, USA?

United Airlines, American Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Boston to Goleta Station via Chicago Union Station and Los Angeles in around 2d 22h.

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