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

The cheapest way to get from Goleta to Sunnyvale is to drive which costs $50 - $75 and takes 5h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Goleta to Sunnyvale is to fly and Caltrain which takes 2h 15m and costs $45 - $230.

Is there a direct train between Goleta and Sunnyvale?

No, there is no direct train from Goleta station to Sunnyvale. However, there are services departing from Goleta Station and arriving at Sunnyvale Caltrain Northbound via San Luis Obispo and San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 38m.

How far is it from Goleta to Sunnyvale?

The distance between Goleta and Sunnyvale is 291 miles. The road distance is 283.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Goleta to Sunnyvale without a car is to bus which takes 7h 55m and costs $30 - $100.

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

It takes approximately 2h 15m to get from Goleta to Sunnyvale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Goleta to Sunnyvale train from?

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

Train or bus from Goleta to Sunnyvale?

The best way to get from Goleta to Sunnyvale is to bus which takes 7h 55m and costs $30 - $100. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $100 - $210 and takes 8h 38m.

Where does the Goleta to Sunnyvale train arrive?

Goleta to Sunnyvale train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Luis Obispo station.

Can I drive from Goleta to Sunnyvale?

Yes, the driving distance between Goleta to Sunnyvale is 284 miles. It takes approximately 5h 10m to drive from Goleta to Sunnyvale.

Where can I stay near Sunnyvale?

There are 602+ hotels available in Sunnyvale.

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

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

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, Caltrain
best
1. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)SBA - SFO
2. Take the train from Millbrae Caltrain Southbound to Sunnyvale Caltrain Southbound
2h 15m
$46–227
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop to San JoseAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
7h 55m
$34–100
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Goleta Station to San Luis ObispoPacific Surfliner
2. Take the train from San Luis Obispo to San JoseCoast Starlight
8h 38m
$107–209
Drive 282 mi
1. Drive from Goleta to Sunnyvale282 mi
5h 10m
$52–75
Fly to Oakland International Airport, train
1. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Oakland International Airport (OAK)SBA - OAK
2. Take the train from Oakland Coliseum/Airport Amtrak to Santa Clara Amtrak
3h 46m
$72–364
Bus, Caltrain
1. Take the bus from Isla Vista to San FranciscoFlixBus 2005
2. Take the train from San Francisco Caltrain Southbound to Sunnyvale Caltrain SouthboundLocal Weekday / ...
8h 59m
$64–155

Goleta to Sunnyvale by bus and train

25Weekly Services

7h 55mAverage Duration

$34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 289.7 mi
Duration: 2h 15m

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

Amtrak operates a bus from Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop to San Jose 3 times a day, and the journey takes 6h 10m. Flixbus USA also services this route 4 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a train from Goleta Station to Sunnyvale Caltrain Northbound via San Luis Obispo, San Jose, and San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound in around 8h 38m.

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