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

The cheapest way to get from Goleta to Petaluma is to drive which costs $60 - $95 and takes 6h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Goleta to Petaluma is to fly and bus which takes 3h 37m and costs $55 - $290.

Is there a direct bus between Goleta and Petaluma?

No, there is no direct bus from Goleta to Petaluma. However, there are services departing from Hollister & Nectarine and arriving at Petaluma Blvd S & G St via Isla Vista, Townsend St & Lusk St and Mission St & 2nd St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 16m.

How far is it from Goleta to Petaluma?

The distance between Goleta and Petaluma is 317 miles. The road distance is 355 miles.

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

The best way to get from Goleta to Petaluma without a car is to bus via San Francisco which takes 10h 16m and costs $95 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 37m to get from Goleta to Petaluma, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Goleta to Petaluma bus from?

Goleta to Petaluma bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Isla Vista station.

Where does the Goleta to Petaluma bus arrive?

Goleta to Petaluma bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at San Francisco station.

Can I drive from Goleta to Petaluma?

Yes, the driving distance between Goleta to Petaluma is 355 miles. It takes approximately 6h 28m to drive from Goleta to Petaluma.

Where can I stay near Petaluma?

There are 180+ hotels available in Petaluma.

Goleta to Petaluma - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Goleta to Petaluma by plane, bus, bus (Flixbus), train, car, or bus (Amtrak)

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

Fly to San Francisco International Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane SBA - SFO
2. Take the bus from San Francisco Airport to Petalumabus
3h 37m
$56–286
Bus via San Francisco
1. Take the bus from Isla Vista to San Franciscobus FlixBus 2005
2. Take the bus from Mission St & 2nd St to Petaluma Blvd S & G Stbus 101
10h 16m
$96–138
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Goleta Station to San Luis Obispotrain
2. Take the train from San Luis Obispo to Oaklandtrain
3. Take the bus from Mission St & 2nd St to Petaluma Blvd S & G Stbus 101
12h 13m
$102–198
Drive 353 mi
1. Drive from Goleta to Petalumacar 353 mi
6h 28m
$65–93
Fly to Oakland International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Oakland International Airport (OAK)plane SBA - OAK
2. Take the bus from Oakland International Airport to Petalumabus
3h 45m
$85–476
Bus
1. Take the bus from Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop to San Franciscobus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Mission St & 2nd St to Petaluma Blvd S & G Stbus 101
10h 53m

Goleta to Petaluma by bus and foot

4Weekly Services

10h 16mAverage Duration

$96Cheapest Price

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Distance: 315.3 mi
Duration: 3h 37m

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

You can take a bus from Hollister & Nectarine to Petaluma Blvd S & G St via Isla Vista, San Francisco, Townsend St & Lusk St, Kearny St & Geary St, and Mission St & 2nd St in around 10h 16m.

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