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

The cheapest way to get from Goleta to Colton is to drive which costs $28 - $45 and takes 2h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Goleta to Colton is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Goleta and Colton?

No, there is no direct bus from Goleta to Colton. However, there are services departing from Hollister & Nectarine and arriving at San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center via Isla Vista and Los Angeles Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Goleta and Colton?

No, there is no direct train from Goleta to Colton. However, there are services departing from Goleta Amtrak and arriving at San Bernardino Depot via L.A. Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 44m.

How far is it from Goleta to Colton?

The distance between Goleta and Colton is 168 miles. The road distance is 157.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Goleta to Colton without a car is to bus which takes 5h 16m and costs $35 - $85.

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

It takes approximately 5h 16m to get from Goleta to Colton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Goleta to Colton bus from?

Goleta to Colton bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Isla Vista station.

Where do I catch the Goleta to Colton train from?

Goleta to Colton train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Goleta Amtrak station.

Train or bus from Goleta to Colton?

The best way to get from Goleta to Colton is to bus which takes 5h 16m and costs $35 - $85. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $35 - $50 and takes 5h 44m.

Where does the Goleta to Colton bus arrive?

Goleta to Colton bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station.

Where does the Goleta to Colton train arrive?

Goleta to Colton train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Goleta to Colton?

Yes, the driving distance between Goleta to Colton is 158 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Goleta to Colton.

How do I get a train ticket from Goleta to Colton?

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Where can I stay near Colton?

There are 485+ hotels available in Colton.

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

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

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

Bus (Flixbus)
best
1. Take the bus from Isla Vista to Los Angeles Union StationFlixBus 2005
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San Bernardino Downtown Transit CenterFlixBus 2054 / ...
5h 16m
$38–83
Drive 157 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Goleta to Colton157 mi
2h 45m
$29–42
Train
1. Take the train from Goleta Amtrak to Los AngelesPacific Surfliner
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to San Bernardino DepotSB Line
5h 44m
$39–47
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Isla Vista to Los Angeles Union StationFlixBus 2005
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to San Bernardino DepotSB Line
5h 38m
$36–68

Goleta to Colton by bus (Flixbus)

4Weekly Buses

5h 16mAverage Duration

$38Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 166.7 mi
Duration: 5h 16m

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

You can take a bus from Hollister & Nectarine to San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center via Isla Vista and Los Angeles Union Station in around 5h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Goleta Amtrak to San Bernardino Depot via Los Angeles and L.A. Union Station in around 5h 44m.

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