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 $14 - $22 and takes 6h 35m.

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 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 Harbor Fwy / Carson and arriving at Hollister & Nectarine via Figueroa / Harbor Fwy Station, Broadway / Martin Luther King Jr, Los Angeles Union Station, Cabrillo & Anacapa and Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

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 40m and costs $29 - $130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 40m 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 Metro Los Angeles, depart from Harbor Fwy / Carson station.

Where does the Carson to Goleta bus arrive?

Carson to Goleta bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Harbor Transitway / Harbor Fwy Station.

Can I drive from Carson to Goleta?

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

Where can I stay near Goleta?

There are 262+ hotels available in Goleta.

Carson to Goleta - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 205 bus, car, and tram

There are 5 ways to get from Carson to Goleta by bus, train, car, tram, plane, or bus (Flixbus)

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 St4X
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Goleta AmtrakPacific Surfliner
4h 40m
$29–122
Line 205 bus, train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Vermont / Carson to Willowbrook - Rosa Parks Station - West205
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Camarillo
3. Take the bus from Camarillo station to Hollister and Nectarine85 / ...
6h 35m
$15–22
Drive 115.4 mi
1. Drive from Carson to Goleta115.4 mi
2h
$22–31
Bus, tram, fly
1. Take the bus from Harbor Fwy / Carson to Harbor Transitway / Harbor Fwy Station
2. Take the tram from Harbor Freeway Station to LAX / Metro Transit Center
3. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)LAX - SBA
3h 16m
$31–208
Bus, line 45 bus, line 40 bus, line 11 bus
1. Take the bus from Harbor Fwy / Carson to Harbor Transitway / Harbor Fwy Station
2. Take the bus from Figueroa / Harbor Fwy Station to Broadway / Martin Luther King Jr45
3. Take the bus from Broadway / Martin Luther King Jr to Patsaouras Transit Plaza40
4. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Santa Barbara Bus Stop
5. Take the bus from Transit Center to Hollister & Nectarine11 / ...
6h 35m
$23–44

Carson to Goleta by bus and train

38Weekly Services

4h 40mAverage Duration

$29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 129.8 mi
Duration: 4h 40m

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

You can take a bus from Harbor Fwy / Carson to Hollister & Nectarine via Harbor Transitway / Harbor Fwy Station, Figueroa / Harbor Fwy Station, Broadway / Martin Luther King Jr, Los Angeles Union Station, Santa Barbara Bus Stop, Cabrillo & Anacapa, and Transit Center in around 6h 35m.

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