What is the cheapest way to get from Goleta to Santa Monica?

The cheapest way to get from Goleta to Santa Monica is to drive which costs $16 - $25 and takes 1h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Goleta to Santa Monica?

The fastest way to get from Goleta to Santa Monica is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs $16 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between Goleta and Santa Monica?

No, there is no direct bus from Goleta to Santa Monica. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara Airport and arriving at 5th / Santa Monica via Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Patsaouras Transit Plaza. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 51m.

How far is it from Goleta to Santa Monica?

The distance between Goleta and Santa Monica is 108 miles. The road distance is 92.6 miles.

How do I travel from Goleta to Santa Monica without a car?

The best way to get from Goleta to Santa Monica without a car is to bus and tram which takes 4h 9m and costs $30 - $55.

How long does it take to get from Goleta to Santa Monica?

It takes approximately 2h 21m to get from Goleta to Santa Monica, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Goleta to Santa Monica bus from?

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

Where does the Goleta to Santa Monica bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Goleta to Santa Monica?

Yes, the driving distance between Goleta to Santa Monica is 93 miles. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Goleta to Santa Monica.

Where can I stay near Santa Monica?

There are 2703+ hotels available in Santa Monica.

Goleta to Santa Monica - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, tram, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Goleta to Santa Monica by plane, tram, 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.

Fly, tram
best
1. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane SBA - LAX
2. Take the tram from Expo / Crenshaw E-Line Station to Downtown Santa Monica Stationtram
2h 21m
$33–215
Drive 92.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Goleta to Santa Monicacar 92.1 mi
1h 52m
$17–25
Bus, tram
1. Take the bus from Isla Vista to Los Angeles Union Stationbus FlixBus 2005
2. Take the tram from 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Lines to Downtown Santa Monica Stationtram Metro E Line
4h 9m
$34–53
Train, line 761 bus
1. Take the train from Goleta Station to Van Nuystrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Van Nuys / Keswick to Westwood / Weyburnbus 761 / ...
4h 18m
$30–35
Bus, line 33 bus
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Airport to Los Angeles Airport, CAbus
2. Take the bus from Patsaouras Transit Plaza to 5th / Santa Monicabus 33
5h 51m
$83–99

Goleta to Santa Monica by bus, subway, and tram

2Weekly Services

4h 9mAverage Duration

$34Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Goleta to Santa Monica.

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Distance: 107.2 mi
Duration: 2h 21m

What companies run services between Goleta, CA, USA and Santa Monica, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Santa Barbara Airport to 5th / Santa Monica via Los Angeles Airport, CA, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), Union Station FlyAway - 800 N Alameda St at Union Station / Patsaurus Plaza, and Patsaouras Transit Plaza in around 5h 51m.

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