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

The cheapest way to get from Goleta to Oakland is to bus via State & Yanonali which costs $45 - $90 and takes 9h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Goleta to Oakland is to fly which takes 2h 58m and costs $280 - $430.

Is there a direct bus between Goleta and Oakland?

No, there is no direct bus from Goleta to Oakland. However, there are services departing from Fairview & Carson and arriving at Oakland via Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Goleta and Oakland?

No, there is no direct train from Goleta station to Oakland. However, there are services departing from Goleta Station and arriving at Oakland via Santa Barbara. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 56m.

How far is it from Goleta to Oakland?

The distance between Goleta and Oakland is 289 miles. The road distance is 312.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Goleta to Oakland without a car is to bus which takes 9h 14m and costs $120 - $190.

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

It takes approximately 3h 10m to get from Goleta to Oakland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Goleta to Oakland bus from?

Goleta to Oakland bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the Goleta to Oakland train from?

Goleta to Oakland train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Santa Barbara station.

Train, bus or fly from Goleta to Oakland?

The best way to get from Goleta to Oakland is to fly which takes 3h 10m and costs $190 - $360. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $120 - $190 and takes 9h 14m, you could also train, which costs $110 - $250 and takes 9h 56m.

Where does the Goleta to Oakland bus arrive?

Goleta to Oakland bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Oakland station.

Where does the Goleta to Oakland train arrive?

Goleta to Oakland train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Oakland station.

Can I drive from Goleta to Oakland?

Yes, the driving distance between Goleta to Oakland is 313 miles. It takes approximately 5h 40m to drive from Goleta to Oakland.

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

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Where can I stay near Oakland?

There are 725+ hotels available in Oakland.

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There are 7 ways to get from Goleta to Oakland by plane, bus (Amtrak), train (Amtrak), car, bus, or bus (Flixbus)

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Fly Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to San Francisco International Airport
best
1. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane SBA - SFO
3h 10m
$190–355
Bus via State & Yanonali (Flixbus)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to Oaklandbus FlixBus 2005
9h 44m
$46–89
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop to Oaklandbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
9h 14m
$120–182
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Santa Barbara to Oaklandtrain Coast Starlight
9h 56m
$113–246
Drive 310.9 mi
1. Drive from Goleta to Oaklandcar 310.9 mi
5h 40m
$57–82
Fly Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Oakland International Airport
1. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Oakland International Airport (OAK)plane SBA - OAK
2h 58m
$284–428
Bus to Los Angeles International Airport, fly to Oakland International Airport
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Airport to Los Angeles Airport, CAbus
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Oakland International Airport (OAK)plane LAX - OAK
5h 23m
$494–1,389

Goleta to Oakland by bus (Amtrak)

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9h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 287.6 mi
Duration: 3h 10m

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

United Airlines flies from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) 5 times a day. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a bus from Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop to Oakland 3 times a day. Tickets cost $120–180 and the journey takes 8h.

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