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

The cheapest way to get from Goleta to Long Beach is to bus and tram which costs $16 - $28 and takes 4h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Goleta to Long Beach is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct train between Goleta and Long Beach?

No, there is no direct train from Goleta station to Long Beach station. However, there are services departing from Goleta Station and arriving at 1st Street Station via Union Station - Metro A-Line. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

How far is it from Goleta to Long Beach?

The distance between Goleta and Long Beach is 113 miles. The road distance is 124.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Goleta to Long Beach without a car is to bus and tram which takes 4h 16m and costs $16 - $28.

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

It takes approximately 2h 24m to get from Goleta to Long Beach, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Goleta to Long Beach train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Goleta to Long Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Goleta to Long Beach is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Goleta to Long Beach.

Where can I stay near Long Beach?

There are 660+ hotels available in Long Beach.

Goleta to Long Beach - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, tram, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Goleta to Long Beach by plane, tram, bus, train, or car

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

Fly, tram
best
1. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane SBA - LAX
2. Take the tram from Willowbrook - Rosa Parks Station - Metro A-Line to 1st Street Stationtram
2h 24m
$29–207
Bus, tram
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Isla Vista to Los Angeles Downtownbus FlixBus 2005
2. Take the tram from Union Station - Metro A-Line to 1st Street Stationtram Metro A Line
4h 16m
$16–28
Train, tram
1. Take the train from Goleta Station to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the tram from Union Station - Metro A-Line to 1st Street Stationtram Metro A Line
4h 19m
$34–71
Drive 123.7 mi
1. Drive from Goleta to Long Beachcar 123.7 mi
2h 11m
$23–33
Bus, tram via LAX Tom Bradley International Terminal
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Airport to Los Angeles Airport, CAbus
2. Take the tram from Union Station - Metro A-Line to 1st Street Stationtram Metro A Line
4h 37m
$80–98

Goleta to Long Beach by bus and tram

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Distance: 111.9 mi
Duration: 2h 24m

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

There is no direct connection from Goleta to Long Beach. However, you can fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), walk to LAX Terminal 6 Lower Level, take the bus to Metro Transit Center Bay 2, walk to LAX / Metro Transit Center, take the vehicle to Willowbrook - Rosa Parks Station - Metro C-Line, walk to Willowbrook - Rosa Parks Station - Metro A-Line, then take the vehicle to 1st Street Station. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fairview & Carson to 1st Street Station via Isla Vista, Los Angeles Downtown, and Union Station - Metro A-Line in around 4h 16m.

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