What is the cheapest way to get from Goleta to San Diego?

The cheapest way to get from Goleta to San Diego is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 3h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Goleta to San Diego?

The fastest way to get from Goleta to San Diego is to fly which takes 50 min and costs $50 - $350.

Is there a direct bus between Goleta and San Diego?

No, there is no direct bus from Goleta to San Diego. However, there are services departing from Hollister & Nectarine and arriving at San Diego via Isla Vista and Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Goleta and San Diego?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Goleta Station station and arriving at San Diego. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 34m.

How far is it from Goleta to San Diego?

The distance between Goleta and San Diego is 193 miles. The road distance is 224.3 miles.

How do I travel from Goleta to San Diego without a car?

The best way to get from Goleta to San Diego without a car is to bus via Los Angeles Airport (LAX) which takes 6h 30m and costs $120 - $200.

Where do I catch the Goleta to San Diego bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Goleta to San Diego train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Goleta to San Diego?

The best way to get from Goleta to San Diego is to fly which takes 50 min and costs $50 - $350. Alternatively, you can bus via Los Angeles Airport (LAX), which costs $120 - $200 and takes 6h 30m, you could also train, which costs $50 - $60 and takes 6h 34m.

How long is the flight from Goleta to San Diego?

The quickest flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport Airport to San Diego International Airport Airport is the direct flight which takes 50 min.

Where does the Goleta to San Diego bus arrive?

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

Where does the Goleta to San Diego train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Goleta to San Diego?

Yes, the driving distance between Goleta to San Diego is 224 miles. It takes approximately 3h 54m to drive from Goleta to San Diego.

Which airlines fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport Airport to San Diego International Airport Airport?

Southwest Airlines and Alaska Airlines, Inc. offer flights from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport Airport to San Diego International Airport Airport.

How do I get a train ticket from Goleta to San Diego?

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Where can I stay near San Diego?

There are 2159+ hotels available in San Diego.

Goleta to San Diego - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

Q: How long does it take to get from Goleta to San Diego?

It takes approximately 50 min to fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Diego International Airport (SAN), including transfers and time at the airport.

There are 5 ways to get from Goleta to San Diego by plane, bus, train (Amtrak), car, or bus (Flixbus, Amtrak)

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)SBA - SAN
50 min
$50–350
Drive 223 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Goleta to San Diego223 mi
3h 54m
$41–59
Bus via Los Angeles Airport (LAX)
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Airport to Los Angeles Airport, CA
2. Take the bus from LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop to San DiegoreLAXsan
6h 30m
$126–193
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Goleta Station to San DiegoPacific Surfliner
6h 34m
$50–60
Bus
1. Take the bus from Isla Vista to Los Angeles Union Station ArrivalsFlixBus 2005
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles to San DiegoAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
7h 6m

Goleta to San Diego by bus and tram

49Weekly Services

6h 30mAverage Duration

$126Cheapest Price

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Distance: 191.8 mi
Duration: 50 min

What companies run services between Goleta, CA, USA and San Diego, CA, USA?

Alaska Airlines, Inc. and Southwest Airlines fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Santa Barbara Airport to Civic Center Station via Los Angeles Airport, CA, LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop, San Diego, and Old Town Station in around 6h 30m.

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