What is the cheapest way to get from Colton to Santa Barbara?

The cheapest way to get from Colton to Santa Barbara is to bus which costs $17 - $35 and takes 4h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Colton to Santa Barbara?

The fastest way to get from Colton to Santa Barbara is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Colton and Santa Barbara?

No, there is no direct bus from Colton to Santa Barbara. However, there are services departing from San Bernardino and arriving at Santa Barbara Bus Stop via Los Angeles Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Colton and Santa Barbara?

No, there is no direct train from Colton to Santa Barbara. However, there are services departing from San Bernardino Depot and arriving at Santa Barbara via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

How far is it from Colton to Santa Barbara?

The distance between Colton and Santa Barbara is 159 miles. The road distance is 149.4 miles.

How do I travel from Colton to Santa Barbara without a car?

The best way to get from Colton to Santa Barbara without a car is to bus which takes 4h 15m and costs $17 - $35.

How long does it take to get from Colton to Santa Barbara?

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Colton to Santa Barbara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colton to Santa Barbara bus from?

Colton to Santa Barbara bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from San Bernardino station.

Where do I catch the Colton to Santa Barbara train from?

Colton to Santa Barbara train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, depart from San Bernardino Depot station.

Train or bus from Colton to Santa Barbara?

The best way to get from Colton to Santa Barbara is to bus which takes 4h 15m and costs $17 - $35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $30 - $70 and takes 5h 25m.

Where does the Colton to Santa Barbara bus arrive?

Colton to Santa Barbara bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Los Angeles Downtown station.

Where does the Colton to Santa Barbara train arrive?

Colton to Santa Barbara train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, arrive at L.A. Union Station.

Can I drive from Colton to Santa Barbara?

Yes, the driving distance between Colton to Santa Barbara is 149 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Colton to Santa Barbara.

How do I get a train ticket from Colton to Santa Barbara?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Colton to Santa Barbara?

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Where can I stay near Santa Barbara?

There are 306+ hotels available in Santa Barbara.

Colton to Santa Barbara - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Colton to Santa Barbara by bus (Flixbus), train (Amtrak), or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus (Flixbus)
best
1. Take the bus from San Bernardino to Los Angeles Downtownbus FlixBus 2015 / ...
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Santa Barbara Bus Stopbus FlixBus 2005
4h 15m
$18–31
Train
1. Take the train from San Bernardino Depot to L.A. Union Stationtrain SB Line
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Santa Barbaratrain Pacific Surfliner / ...
5h 25m
$33–68
Drive 148.5 mi
1. Drive from Colton to Santa Barbaracar 148.5 mi
2h 37m
$28–40

Colton to Santa Barbara by bus (Flixbus)

4Weekly Buses

4h 15mAverage Duration

$18Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Colton to Santa Barbara.

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Distance: 158.3 mi
Duration: 4h 15m

What companies run services between Colton, CA, USA and Santa Barbara, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from San Bernardino to Santa Barbara Bus Stop via Los Angeles Downtown and Los Angeles Union Station in around 4h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a train from San Bernardino Depot to Santa Barbara via L.A. Union Station and Los Angeles in around 5h 25m.

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