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

The cheapest way to get from Carpinteria to Goleta is to line 20 bus and line 11 bus which costs $1 - $4 and takes 1h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carpinteria to Goleta is to drive which takes 21 min and costs $3 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between Carpinteria and Goleta?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Carpinteria Ave at Eugenia Pl and arriving at Hollister and Nectarine. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 38 min.

Is there a direct train between Carpinteria and Goleta?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Carpinteria Amtrak and arriving at Goleta Amtrak. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 33 min.

How far is it from Carpinteria to Goleta?

The distance between Carpinteria and Goleta is 20 miles. The road distance is 19.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carpinteria to Goleta without a car is to train which takes 33 min and costs $11 - $12.

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

The train from Carpinteria Amtrak to Goleta Amtrak takes 33 min including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Carpinteria to Goleta bus from?

Carpinteria to Goleta bus services, operated by Ventura County Transportation Commission, depart from Carpinteria Ave at Eugenia Pl station.

Where do I catch the Carpinteria to Goleta train from?

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

Train or bus from Carpinteria to Goleta?

The best way to get from Carpinteria to Goleta is to train which takes 33 min and costs $11 - $12. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $1 - $4 and takes 38 min.

Where does the Carpinteria to Goleta bus arrive?

Carpinteria to Goleta bus services, operated by Ventura County Transportation Commission, arrive at Hollister and Nectarine station.

Where does the Carpinteria to Goleta train arrive?

Carpinteria to Goleta train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Goleta Amtrak station.

Can I drive from Carpinteria to Goleta?

Yes, the driving distance between Carpinteria to Goleta is 20 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Carpinteria to Goleta.

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

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Carpinteria to Goleta - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Carpinteria to Goleta by train (Amtrak), bus, car, or taxi

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 Carpinteria Amtrak to Goleta AmtrakPacific Surfliner
33 min
$11–12
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Carpinteria Ave at Eugenia Pl to Hollister and Nectarine85C
38 min
$1–4
Drive 19.5 mi
1. Drive from Carpinteria to Goleta19.5 mi
21 min
$4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Carpinteria to Goleta19.5 mi
21 min
$75–95
Line 20 bus, line 11 bus
1. Take the bus from Carpinteria & Eugenia to Transit Center20
2. Take the bus from Transit Center to Hollister & Nectarine11 / ...
1h 40m
$2–4

Carpinteria to Goleta by train (Amtrak)

38Weekly Trains

33 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 19.5 mi
Duration: 33 min

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

Amtrak operates a train from Carpinteria Amtrak to Goleta Amtrak 5 times a day. Tickets cost $11–12 and the journey takes 33 min. Alternatively, Ventura County Transportation Commission operates a bus from Carpinteria Ave at Eugenia Pl to Hollister and Nectarine 5 times a week. Tickets cost $1–4 and the journey takes 38 min.

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