What is the cheapest way to get from Goleta to Avila Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Goleta to Avila Beach is to drive which costs $15 - $23 and takes 1h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Goleta to Avila Beach?

The fastest way to get from Goleta to Avila Beach is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs $15 - $23.

How far is it from Goleta to Avila Beach?

The distance between Goleta and Avila Beach is 120 miles. The road distance is 85.4 miles.

How do I travel from Goleta to Avila Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Goleta to Avila Beach without a car is to train which takes 2h 41m and costs $70 - $90.

How long does it take to get from Goleta to Avila Beach?

It takes approximately 2h 41m to get from Goleta to Avila Beach, including transfers.

Train or bus from Goleta to Avila Beach?

The best way to get from Goleta to Avila Beach is to train which takes 2h 41m and costs $70 - $90. Alternatively, you can bus via Santa Maria, which costs $35 - $50 and takes 3h 18m.

Can I drive from Goleta to Avila Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Goleta to Avila Beach is 85 miles. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Goleta to Avila Beach.

Where can I stay near Avila Beach?

There are 277+ hotels available in Avila Beach.

Goleta to Avila Beach - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Goleta to Avila Beach by train (Amtrak), bus, car, or bus (Amtrak)

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 Goleta Station to San Luis Obispotrain Pacific Surfliner
2h 41m
$73–88
Drive 84.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Goleta to Avila Beachcar 84.9 mi
1h 41m
$16–23
Bus via Santa Maria
1. Take the bus from Hollister at Kellogg to Santa Maria Transit Centerbus Midday
2. Take the bus from Santa Maria Transit Center to James Way & Highlandbus 10N
3h 18m
$38–46
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop to San Luis Obispobus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
3h 34m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Goleta to Avila Beach.

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Distance: 119 mi
Duration: 2h 41m

What companies run services between Goleta, CA, USA and Avila Beach, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Goleta Station to San Luis Obispo twice daily. Tickets cost $35–45 and the journey takes 2h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hollister at Kellogg to Avila Beach via Santa Maria Transit Center and James Way & Highland in around 3h 18m.

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