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

The cheapest way to get from Dana Point to Montecito is to drive which costs $27 - $40 and takes 2h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dana Point to Montecito is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs $27 - $40.

How far is it from Dana Point to Montecito?

The distance between Dana Point and Montecito is 168 miles. The road distance is 148.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dana Point to Montecito without a car is to train which takes 5h 35m and costs $55 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 35m to get from Dana Point to Montecito, including transfers.

Train or bus from Dana Point to Montecito?

The best way to get from Dana Point to Montecito is to train which takes 5h 35m and costs $55 - $120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35 - $55 and takes 7h 39m.

Can I drive from Dana Point to Montecito?

Yes, the driving distance between Dana Point to Montecito is 149 miles. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Dana Point to Montecito.

Where can I stay near Montecito?

There are 306+ hotels available in Montecito.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Dana Point to Montecito by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), 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 Santa Barbaratrain Pacific Surfliner
5h 35m
$56–116
Drive 148 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dana Point to Montecitocar 148 mi
2h 42m
$27–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Pacific Coast-Golden Lantern to 7Th-Channelbus 1
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Santa Barbara Bus Stopbus FlixBus 2005
7h 39m
$35–52

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Map of how to get from Dana Point to Montecito.

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Distance: 166.9 mi
Duration: 5h 35m

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

Amtrak operates a train from San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station to Santa Barbara 5 times a day. Tickets cost $35–90 and the journey takes 4h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pacific Coast-Golden Lantern to Montecito via 7Th-Channel, 7th / Channel, Norwalk Station, 6th / Broadway, Broadway / 7th, Los Angeles Union Station, and Santa Barbara Bus Stop in around 7h 39m.

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