What is the cheapest way to get from Carpinteria to Fontana?

The cheapest way to get from Carpinteria to Fontana is to drive which costs $24 - $35 and takes 2h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carpinteria to Fontana?

The fastest way to get from Carpinteria to Fontana is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs $24 - $35.

Is there a direct train between Carpinteria and Fontana?

No, there is no direct train from Carpinteria station to Fontana. However, there are services departing from Carpinteria Station and arriving at Fontana via L.A. Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

How far is it from Carpinteria to Fontana?

The distance between Carpinteria and Fontana is 142 miles. The road distance is 132.3 miles.

How do I travel from Carpinteria to Fontana without a car?

The best way to get from Carpinteria to Fontana without a car is to train which takes 5h 4m and costs $35 - $50.

How long does it take to get from Carpinteria to Fontana?

It takes approximately 5h 4m to get from Carpinteria to Fontana, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carpinteria to Fontana bus from?

Carpinteria to Fontana bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Santa Barbara Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the Carpinteria to Fontana train from?

Carpinteria to Fontana train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Carpinteria Station.

Train or bus from Carpinteria to Fontana?

The best way to get from Carpinteria to Fontana is to train which takes 5h 4m and costs $35 - $50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $55 - $90 and takes 6h 39m.

Where does the Carpinteria to Fontana bus arrive?

Carpinteria to Fontana bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station.

Where does the Carpinteria to Fontana train arrive?

Carpinteria to Fontana train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Carpinteria to Fontana?

Yes, the driving distance between Carpinteria to Fontana is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Carpinteria to Fontana.

Where can I stay near Fontana?

There are 358+ hotels available in Fontana.

Carpinteria to Fontana - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Carpinteria and Fontana?

No, there is no direct bus from Carpinteria station to Fontana. However, there are services departing from Carpinteria Station and arriving at Fontana Metrolink Transit Center via Santa Barbara Bus Stop, Patsaouras Transit Plaza at Union Station and 612 Wall St - Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 39m.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carpinteria Station to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Fontanatrain SB Line
5h 4m
$38–46
Drive 131.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carpinteria to Fontanacar 131.5 mi
2h 17m
$24–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Stationbus FlixBus 2005
2. Take the bus from 612 Wall St - Los Angeles to Fontana Metrolink Transit Centerbus Huntington Park
6h 39m
$58–90

Carpinteria to Fontana by train and foot

38Weekly Services

5h 4mAverage Duration

$38Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Carpinteria to Fontana.

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Distance: 141.1 mi
Duration: 5h 4m

What companies run services between Carpinteria, CA, USA and Fontana, CA, USA?

You can take a train from Carpinteria Station to Fontana via Los Angeles and L.A. Union Station in around 5h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Carpinteria Station to Fontana Metrolink Transit Center via Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara Bus Stop, Patsaouras Transit Plaza at Union Station, Spring St & 7th St, and 612 Wall St - Los Angeles in around 6h 39m.

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