What is the cheapest way to get from Duarte to Goleta?

The cheapest way to get from Duarte to Goleta is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Duarte to Goleta?

The fastest way to get from Duarte to Goleta is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Duarte and Goleta?

No, there is no direct bus from Duarte to Goleta. However, there are services departing from Huntington Dr and Buena Vista St W and arriving at Hollister & Pine via Huntington / Rosemead, El Monte Station - Lower Level, Los Angeles Union Station and UCSB North Hall Inbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Duarte and Goleta?

No, there is no direct train from Duarte station to Goleta station. However, there are services departing from Duarte / City of Hope Station and arriving at Goleta Station via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.

How far is it from Duarte to Goleta?

The distance between Duarte and Goleta is 134 miles. The road distance is 116.9 miles.

How do I travel from Duarte to Goleta without a car?

The best way to get from Duarte to Goleta without a car is to train which takes 4h 31m and costs $30 - $130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from Duarte to Goleta, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Duarte to Goleta bus from?

Duarte to Goleta bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from El Monte Station - Lower Level.

Where do I catch the Duarte to Goleta train from?

Duarte to Goleta train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Los Angeles station.

Train or bus from Duarte to Goleta?

The best way to get from Duarte to Goleta is to train which takes 4h 31m and costs $30 - $130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $80 - $100 and takes 4h 47m.

Where does the Duarte to Goleta bus arrive?

Duarte to Goleta bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Cesar E Chavez / Vignes station.

Where does the Duarte to Goleta train arrive?

Duarte to Goleta train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Goleta Station.

Can I drive from Duarte to Goleta?

Yes, the driving distance between Duarte to Goleta is 117 miles. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Duarte to Goleta.

Where can I stay near Goleta?

There are 264+ hotels available in Goleta.

Duarte to Goleta - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, tram, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Duarte to Goleta by train (Amtrak), bus, 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.

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to Goleta StationPacific Surfliner
4h 31m
$31–122
Drive 116.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Duarte to Goleta116.3 mi
2h 1m
$22–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Airport, CA to Santa Barbara Airport
4h 47m
$82–97
Tram, fly
1. Take the tram from Duarte / City of Hope Station to Union Station - Metro A-Line
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)LAX - SBA
3h 11m
$38–212
Line 70 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from El Monte Station - Lower Level to Cesar E Chavez / Vignes70
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Isla VistaFlixBus 2005
5h 50m
$30–58

Duarte to Goleta by tram and train (Amtrak)

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4h 31mAverage Duration

$31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 132.8 mi
Duration: 4h 31m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to Goleta Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost $29–120 and the journey takes 2h 49m. Alternatively, Central Coast Shuttle operates a bus from Los Angeles Airport, CA to Santa Barbara Airport every 4 hours. Tickets cost $70–85 and the journey takes 2h 30m.

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