What is the cheapest way to get from Goleta to Dana Point?

The cheapest way to get from Goleta to Dana Point is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 2h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Goleta to Dana Point?

The fastest way to get from Goleta to Dana Point is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs $29 - $45.

How far is it from Goleta to Dana Point?

The distance between Goleta and Dana Point is 173 miles. The road distance is 160.8 miles.

How do I travel from Goleta to Dana Point without a car?

The best way to get from Goleta to Dana Point without a car is to train which takes 5h 17m and costs $45 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Goleta to Dana Point?

It takes approximately 5h 17m to get from Goleta to Dana Point, including transfers.

Can I drive from Goleta to Dana Point?

Yes, the driving distance between Goleta to Dana Point is 161 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Goleta to Dana Point.

Where can I stay near Dana Point?

There are 111+ hotels available in Dana Point.

Goleta to Dana Point - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 90 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Goleta to Dana Point by train (Amtrak), bus, train, car, or plane

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 Juan Capistrano Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
5h 17m
$50–105
Drive 159.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Goleta to Dana Pointcar 159.8 mi
2h 52m
$30–43
Bus, train, line 90 bus
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Airport to Los Angeles Airport, CAbus
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Tustintrain
3. Take the bus from Tustin Metrolink Station-Dock 8 to Golden Lantern-Pacific Coastbus 90
7h 8m
$88–110
Fly to San Diego International Airport, train
1. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane SBA - SAN
2. Take the train from San Diego to San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Stationtrain
4h 31m
$73–396
Fly to Los Angeles International Airport, train
1. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane SBA - LAX
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Stationtrain
4h 50m
$50–240

Goleta to Dana Point by train and bus (Amtrak)

42Weekly Services

5h 17mAverage Duration

$50Cheapest Price

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Distance: 171.7 mi
Duration: 5h 17m

What companies run services between Goleta, CA, USA and Dana Point, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Goleta Station to San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost $45–110 and the journey takes 4h 45m.

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