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 41m.

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 41m 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 148.7 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 32m and costs $55 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 32m 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 32m and costs $55 - $110. Alternatively, you can line 90 bus and bus, which costs $50 - $130 and takes 6h 54m.

Can I drive from Dana Point to Montecito?

Yes, the driving distance between Dana Point to Montecito is 149 miles. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Dana Point to Montecito.

Where can I stay near Montecito?

There are 304+ hotels available in Montecito.

Dana Point to Montecito - 3 ways to travel via train, line 90 bus, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Dana Point to Montecito by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station to Santa BarbaraPacific Surfliner
5h 32m
$56–101
Drive 147.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dana Point to Montecito147.9 mi
2h 41m
$27–39
Line 90 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Golden Lantern-La Cresta to Tustin Metrolink Station-Dock 890
2. Take the bus from Santa Ana to Los Angeles Union Station
3. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Santa Barbara Bus Stop
6h 54m
$50–122

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Distance: 167 mi
Duration: 5h 32m

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 $35–75 and the journey takes 4h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Golden Lantern-La Cresta to Montecito via Tustin Metrolink Station-Dock 8, Tustin, Santa Ana, Santa Ana, Los Angeles Union Station, and Santa Barbara Bus Stop in around 6h 54m.

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