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

The cheapest way to get from Elko to Santa Barbara is to drive which costs $110 - $170 and takes 13h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elko to Santa Barbara is to fly which takes 6h 50m and costs $80 - $420.

Is there a direct train between Elko and Santa Barbara?

No, there is no direct train from Elko station to Santa Barbara. However, there are services departing from Elko Amtrak Station and arriving at Santa Barbara via Sacramento. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 4m.

How far is it from Elko to Santa Barbara?

The distance between Elko and Santa Barbara is 509 miles. The road distance is 647.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elko to Santa Barbara without a car is to bus which takes 19h 31m and costs $120 - $330.

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

It takes approximately 6h 50m to get from Elko to Santa Barbara, including transfers.

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

Elko to Santa Barbara train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Elko Amtrak Station.

Train, bus or fly from Elko to Santa Barbara?

The best way to get from Elko to Santa Barbara is to fly which takes 6h 50m and costs $80 - $420. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $120 - $330 and takes 19h 31m, you could also train, which costs $190 - $650 and takes 24h 4m.

Where does the Elko to Santa Barbara train arrive?

Elko to Santa Barbara train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Sacramento station.

Can I drive from Elko to Santa Barbara?

Yes, the driving distance between Elko to Santa Barbara is 648 miles. It takes approximately 13h 38m to drive from Elko to Santa Barbara.

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

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Where can I stay near Santa Barbara?

There are 284+ hotels available in Santa Barbara.

Elko to Santa Barbara - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Elko to Santa Barbara by plane, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), train, bus, car, or train (Amtrak)

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

Fly
best
1. Fly from Elko Regional Airport (EKO) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)EKO - SBA
6h 50m
$84–412
Bus
1. Take the bus from Elko to Sparks Transit Center
2. Take the bus from Sparks Transit Center to Oakland
3. Take the bus from Oakland to Santa Barbara Bus Stop
19h 31m
$126–323
Train, bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Elko Amtrak Station to EmeryvilleCalifornia Zephyr
2. Take the bus from Emeryville to Santa BarbaraAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
23h 2m
Drive 643.8 mi
1. Drive from Elko to Santa Barbara643.8 mi
13h 38m
$118–170
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Elko Amtrak Station to SacramentoCalifornia Zephyr
2. Take the train from Sacramento to Santa BarbaraCoast Starlight
24h 4m
$193–604

Elko Regional Airport (EKO) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) flights

11Weekly Planes

7h 38mAverage Duration

$76Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Elko to Santa Barbara.

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Distance: 505.6 mi
Duration: 6h 50m

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

Delta flies from Elko Regional Airport (EKO) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Elko to Santa Barbara Bus Stop via Elko, Sparks Transit Center, and Oakland in around 19h 31m.

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