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

The cheapest way to get from Goleta to Palmdale is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Goleta to Palmdale is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct train between Goleta and Palmdale?

No, there is no direct train from Goleta station to Palmdale station. However, there are services departing from Goleta Station and arriving at Palmdale Station via Burbank - Downtown. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.

How far is it from Goleta to Palmdale?

The distance between Goleta and Palmdale is 161 miles. The road distance is 118.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Goleta to Palmdale without a car is to train which takes 5h 26m and costs $35 - $45.

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

It takes approximately 5h 26m to get from Goleta to Palmdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Goleta to Palmdale train from?

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

Where does the Goleta to Palmdale train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Goleta to Palmdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Goleta to Palmdale is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Goleta to Palmdale.

Where can I stay near Palmdale?

There are 61+ hotels available in Palmdale.

Goleta to Palmdale - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Goleta to Palmdale by train (Amtrak), 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Goleta Station to Burbanktrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the train from Burbank - Downtown to Palmdale Stationtrain AV Line
5h 26m
$39–45
Drive 118 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Goleta to Palmdalecar 118 mi
2h 12m
$22–32
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Isla Vista to Los Angeles Union Stationbus FlixBus 2005
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Palmdale Stationtrain AV Line
6h 8m
$40–60

Goleta to Palmdale by train

15Weekly Trains

5h 26mAverage Duration

$39Cheapest Price

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Distance: 160 mi
Duration: 5h 26m

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

You can take a train from Goleta Station to Palmdale Station via Burbank and Burbank - Downtown in around 5h 26m.

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