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

The cheapest way to get from Ensenada to Goleta is to drive which costs $55 - $80 and takes 5h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ensenada to Goleta is to bus and fly which takes 5h 7m and costs $70 - $370.

Is there a direct bus between Ensenada and Goleta?

No, there is no direct bus from Ensenada to Goleta. However, there are services departing from Ensenada and arriving at Hollister & Pine via Cross Border Express Bus Station, Main / 7th, Los Angeles Union Station and UCSB North Hall Inbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 20m.

How far is it from Ensenada to Goleta?

The distance between Ensenada and Goleta is 283 miles. The road distance is 304.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ensenada to Goleta without a car is to bus which takes 9h 20m and costs $65 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 7m to get from Ensenada to Goleta, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ensenada to Goleta bus from?

Ensenada to Goleta bus services, operated by Autobuses ABC, depart from Ensenada station.

Where does the Ensenada to Goleta bus arrive?

Ensenada to Goleta bus services, operated by Autobuses ABC, arrive at Tijuana International Airport station.

Can I drive from Ensenada to Goleta?

Yes, the driving distance between Ensenada to Goleta is 305 miles. It takes approximately 5h 30m to drive from Ensenada to Goleta.

Where can I stay near Goleta?

There are 264+ hotels available in Goleta.

Ensenada to Goleta - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Ensenada to Goleta by bus, plane, train, bus (Flixbus), car, or bus (Greyhound)

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

Bus, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Ensenada to Tijuana International Airport
2. Fly from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)SAN - SBA
5h 7m
$71–366
Drive 302.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ensenada to Goleta302.7 mi
5h 30m
$56–80
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ensenada to Tijuana International Airport
2. Take the train from San Diego to Goleta StationPacific Surfliner
9h 12m
$63–99
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ensenada to Tijuana International Airport
2. Take the bus from Cross Border Express Bus Station to Los AngelesCbx
3. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Isla Vista
9h 20m
$67–120
Bus, train via Santa Ana
1. Take the bus from Ensenada to Tijuana International Airport
2. Take the bus from Cross Border Express, San Diego to Santa AnaCbx
3. Take the train from Santa Ana to Goleta Station
9h 35m
$72–107
Bus via Los Angeles Airport (LAX)
1. Take the bus from Ensenada to Tijuana
2. Take the bus from Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano to Los Angeles Union Station
3. Take the bus from Los Angeles Airport, CA to Santa Barbara Airport
11h 55m
$115–162

Ensenada to Goleta by bus and foot

14Weekly Services

11h 55mAverage Duration

$115Cheapest Price

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Distance: 281.1 mi
Duration: 5h 7m

What companies run services between Ensenada, Mexico and Goleta, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Ensenada to Hollister & Pine via Tijuana International Airport, Cross Border Express Bus Station, Los Angeles, Main / 7th, Los Angeles Union Station, Isla Vista, and UCSB North Hall Inbound in around 9h 20m.

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