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

The cheapest way to get from Goleta to Rialto is to drive which costs $28 - $45 and takes 2h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Goleta to Rialto is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Goleta and Rialto?

No, there is no direct bus from Goleta to Rialto. However, there are services departing from Hollister & Nectarine and arriving at Foothill @ Riverside Ave via Isla Vista, Los Angeles Union Station and San Bernardino Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Goleta and Rialto?

No, there is no direct train from Goleta to Rialto. However, there are services departing from Goleta Amtrak and arriving at Rialto via L.A. Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 36m.

How far is it from Goleta to Rialto?

The distance between Goleta and Rialto is 163 miles. The road distance is 154.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Goleta to Rialto without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 30m and costs $30 - $70.

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

It takes approximately 5h 30m to get from Goleta to Rialto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Goleta to Rialto bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Goleta to Rialto train from?

Goleta to Rialto train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Goleta Amtrak station.

Train or bus from Goleta to Rialto?

The best way to get from Goleta to Rialto is to train which takes 5h 36m and costs $35 - $50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $85 and takes 5h 50m.

Where does the Goleta to Rialto bus arrive?

Goleta to Rialto bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station.

Where does the Goleta to Rialto train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Goleta to Rialto?

Yes, the driving distance between Goleta to Rialto is 155 miles. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Goleta to Rialto.

Where can I stay near Rialto?

There are 468+ hotels available in Rialto.

Goleta to Rialto - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Goleta to Rialto by bus, train, train (Amtrak), 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Isla Vista to Los Angeles Union StationFlixBus 2005
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to RialtoSB Line
5h 30m
$34–67
Drive 153.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Goleta to Rialto153.7 mi
2h 40m
$29–41
Train
1. Take the train from Goleta Amtrak to Los AngelesPacific Surfliner
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to RialtoSB Line
5h 36m
$38–46
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Isla Vista to Los Angeles Union StationFlixBus 2005
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San Bernardino Downtown Transit CenterFlixBus 2054 / ...
5h 50m
$40–85

Goleta to Rialto by bus and train

4Weekly Services

5h 30mAverage Duration

$34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 161.7 mi
Duration: 5h 30m

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

You can take a train from Goleta Amtrak to Rialto via Los Angeles and L.A. Union Station in around 5h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hollister & Nectarine to Foothill @ Riverside Ave via Isla Vista, Los Angeles Union Station, San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center, and San Bernardino Transit Center in around 5h 50m.

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