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

The cheapest way to get from Goleta to Phoenix is to train and bus which costs $70 - $120 and takes 10h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Goleta to Phoenix is to fly which takes 1h 45m and costs $65 - $420.

How far is it from Goleta to Phoenix?

The distance between Goleta and Phoenix is 459 miles. The road distance is 476.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Goleta to Phoenix without a car is to train and bus which takes 10h 27m and costs $70 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 1h 45m to get from Goleta to Phoenix, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Goleta to Phoenix bus from?

Goleta to Phoenix bus services, operated by Central Coast Shuttle, depart from Santa Barbara Airport station.

Bus or fly from Goleta to Phoenix?

The best way to get from Goleta to Phoenix is to fly which takes 1h 45m and costs $65 - $420. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $120 - $180 and takes 12h 16m.

Where does the Goleta to Phoenix bus arrive?

Goleta to Phoenix bus services, operated by Central Coast Shuttle, arrive at Los Angeles Airport, CA station.

What is the time difference between Goleta and Phoenix?

Phoenix is 1h ahead of Goleta. It is currently 1:30 AM in Goleta and 2:30 AM in Phoenix.

Can I drive from Goleta to Phoenix?

Yes, the driving distance between Goleta to Phoenix is 477 miles. It takes approximately 7h 46m to drive from Goleta to Phoenix.

Where can I stay near Phoenix?

There are 2872+ hotels available in Phoenix.

Goleta to Phoenix - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, taxi, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Goleta and Phoenix?

No, there is no direct bus from Goleta to Phoenix station. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara Airport and arriving at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Station via Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Los Angeles Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 16m.

There are 5 ways to get from Goleta to Phoenix by plane, train, bus, taxi, car, or bus (Flixbus)

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

Fly
best
1. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Phoenix (PHX)plane SBA - PHX
1h 45m
$69–416
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Goleta Station to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Phoenix Bus Stationbus Greyhound US1000 / ...
10h 27m
$74–113
Train, taxi (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Goleta Station to Los Angelestrain
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Maricopa Amtraktrain
3. Take the taxi from Maricopa Amtrak to Baseline/Central Avetaxi
13h 45m
$146–190
Drive 473.9 mi
1. Drive from Goleta to Phoenixcar 473.9 mi
7h 46m
$87–125
Bus
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Airport to Los Angeles Airport, CAbus
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Stationbus FlixBus 2054
12h 16m
$127–177

Goleta to Phoenix by train, foot, and bus

38Weekly Services

10h 27mAverage Duration

$74Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Goleta to Phoenix.

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Distance: 456.4 mi
Duration: 1h 45m

What companies run services between Goleta, CA, USA and Phoenix, AZ, USA?

American Airlines, Southwest Airlines, and United Airlines fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Phoenix (PHX) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Santa Barbara Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Station via Los Angeles Airport, CA, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), Union Station FlyAway - 800 N Alameda St at Union Station / Patsaurus Plaza, and Los Angeles Union Station in around 12h 16m.

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