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

The cheapest way to get from Carson to Goleta is to line 205 bus and train and bus which costs $13 - $22 and takes 6h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carson to Goleta is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Carson and Goleta?

No, there is no direct bus from Carson to Goleta. However, there are services departing from Vermont Av at Torrance Bl and arriving at Santa Barbara Airport via Union Station LAX FlyAway and Los Angeles Airport, CA. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 19m.

How far is it from Carson to Goleta?

The distance between Carson and Goleta is 131 miles. The road distance is 116.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carson to Goleta without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 38m and costs $30 - $75.

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

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Carson to Goleta, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carson to Goleta bus from?

Carson to Goleta bus services, operated by Torrance Transit, depart from Vermont Av at Torrance Bl station.

Where does the Carson to Goleta bus arrive?

Carson to Goleta bus services, operated by Torrance Transit, arrive at Alameda St at Los Angeles St station.

Can I drive from Carson to Goleta?

Yes, the driving distance between Carson to Goleta is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Carson to Goleta.

Where can I stay near Goleta?

There are 720+ hotels available in Goleta.

Carson to Goleta - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, tram, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Carson to Goleta by bus, train, car, tram, 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, train
best
1. Take the bus from Vermont Av at Torrance Bl to Alameda St at Los Angeles Stbus 4X
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Goleta Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
4h 38m
$31–72
Line 205 bus, train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Vermont / Carson to Willowbrook - Rosa Parks Station - Westbus 205
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Camarillotrain
3. Take the bus from Camarillo station to Hollister and Nectarinebus 85 / ...
6h 51m
$14–22
Bus
1. Take the bus from Vermont Av at Torrance Bl to Alameda St at Los Angeles Stbus 4X
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Airport, CA to Santa Barbara Airportbus
5h 19m
$78–100
Drive 115.4 mi
1. Drive from Carson to Goletacar 115.4 mi
2h 1m
$22–31
Bus, tram, fly
1. Take the bus from Harbor Fwy / Carson to Harbor Transitway / Harbor Fwy Stationbus
2. Take the tram from Harbor Freeway Station to LAX / Metro Transit Centertram
3. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)plane LAX - SBA
2h 56m
$27–196

Carson to Goleta by bus and train

38Weekly Services

4h 38mAverage Duration

$31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 130 mi
Duration: 4h 38m

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

You can take a bus from Vermont Av at Torrance Bl to Santa Barbara Airport via Alameda St at Los Angeles St, Union Station LAX FlyAway, and Los Angeles Airport, CA in around 5h 19m.

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