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How to get fromGoleta to Griffith Observatoryby bus (Flixbus), train (Amtrak) or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Goleta to Griffith Observatory by bus (Flixbus), train (Amtrak), or car

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  1. Bus (Flixbus)

    best
    1. Take the bus from Isla Vista to Los Angeles Union StationbusFlixBus 2005
    4h 4m
    $30–60
  2. Drive 100.4 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Goleta to Griffith Observatorycar100.4 mi
    1h 51m
    $19–27
  3. Train (Amtrak)

    1. Take the train from Goleta Amtrak to Los AngelestrainPacific Surfliner
    4h 5m
    $32–39

Goleta to Griffith Observatory by bus, subway, and foot (Flixbus)

Calendar4Weekly Services
Duration4h 4mAverage Duration
Ticket$30Cheapest Price
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Questions & Answers

What companies run services between Goleta, CA, USA and Griffith Observatory, CA, USA?

Flixbus USA operates a bus from Isla Vista to Los Angeles Union Station 4 times a week. Tickets cost $26–50 and the journey takes 1h 50m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Goleta Amtrak to Los Angeles 5 times a day. Tickets cost $29–33 and the journey takes 3h 7m.

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