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.

Is there a direct bus between Goleta and Avila Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Goleta to Avila Beach. However, there are services departing from Hollister at Kellogg and arriving at James Way & Highland via Santa Maria Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Goleta and Avila Beach?

No, there is no direct train from Goleta station to Avila Beach. However, there are services departing from Goleta Station and arriving at San Luis Obispo via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.

How far is it from Goleta to Avila Beach?

The distance between Goleta and Avila Beach is 120 miles. The road distance is 85.5 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 47m and costs $70 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 47m to get from Goleta to Avila Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Goleta to Avila Beach bus from?

Goleta to Avila Beach bus services, operated by Clean Air Express, depart from Hollister at Kellogg station.

Where do I catch the Goleta to Avila Beach train from?

Goleta to Avila Beach train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Goleta Station.

Train or bus from Goleta to Avila Beach?

The best way to get from Goleta to Avila Beach is to train which takes 2h 47m and costs $70 - $120. Alternatively, you can bus via Santa Maria, which costs $35 - $50 and takes 3h 18m.

Where does the Goleta to Avila Beach bus arrive?

Goleta to Avila Beach bus services, operated by Clean Air Express, arrive at Santa Maria Transit Center station.

Where does the Goleta to Avila Beach train arrive?

Goleta to Avila Beach train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Luis Obispo station.

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 283+ hotels available in Avila Beach.

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

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Goleta Station to San Luis Obispotrain Pacific Surfliner
2h 47m
$71–116
Drive 85 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Goleta to Avila Beachcar 85 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 35m
$66–97

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Distance: 119 mi
Duration: 2h 47m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Goleta Station to San Luis Obispo 3 times a day. Tickets cost $35–75 and the journey takes 2h 34m. 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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