What is the cheapest way to get from Dana Point to Goleta?

The cheapest way to get from Dana Point to Goleta is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 2h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dana Point to Goleta?

The fastest way to get from Dana Point to Goleta is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Dana Point and Goleta?

No, there is no direct bus from Dana Point to Goleta. However, there are services departing from Pacific Coast-Golden Lantern and arriving at Santa Barbara Airport via 7th / Channel, Norwalk Station, Broadway / 7th, Union Station LAX FlyAway and Los Angeles Airport, CA. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 46m.

How far is it from Dana Point to Goleta?

The distance between Dana Point and Goleta is 173 miles. The road distance is 160.4 miles.

How do I travel from Dana Point to Goleta without a car?

The best way to get from Dana Point to Goleta without a car is to train which takes 5h 42m and costs $35 - $95.

How long does it take to get from Dana Point to Goleta?

It takes approximately 5h 42m to get from Dana Point to Goleta, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dana Point to Goleta bus from?

Dana Point to Goleta bus services, operated by OCTA, depart from Pacific Coast-Golden Lantern station.

Train or bus from Dana Point to Goleta?

The best way to get from Dana Point to Goleta is to train which takes 5h 42m and costs $35 - $95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $80 - $110 and takes 8h 46m.

Where does the Dana Point to Goleta bus arrive?

Dana Point to Goleta bus services, operated by OCTA, arrive at 7Th-Channel station.

Can I drive from Dana Point to Goleta?

Yes, the driving distance between Dana Point to Goleta is 160 miles. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Dana Point to Goleta.

Where can I stay near Goleta?

There are 259+ hotels available in Goleta.

Dana Point to Goleta - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Dana Point to Goleta by train (Amtrak), bus, 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.

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station to Goleta Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
5h 42m
$37–92
Drive 159.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dana Point to Goletacar 159.4 mi
2h 54m
$30–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Pacific Coast-Golden Lantern to 7Th-Channelbus 1
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Airport, CA to Santa Barbara Airportbus
8h 46m
$82–105

Dana Point to Goleta by bus and train (Amtrak)

37Weekly Services

5h 42mAverage Duration

$37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 171.6 mi
Duration: 5h 42m

What companies run services between Dana Point, CA, USA and Goleta, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station to Goleta Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost $35–90 and the journey takes 4h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pacific Coast-Golden Lantern to Santa Barbara Airport via 7Th-Channel, 7th / Channel, Norwalk Station, 6th / Broadway, Broadway / 7th, Patsaouras Transit Plaza, Union Station LAX FlyAway, and Los Angeles Airport, CA in around 8h 46m.

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