What is the cheapest way to get from Goleta to Terminal Island?

The cheapest way to get from Goleta to Terminal Island is to bus and train and tram which costs $13 - $20 and takes 5h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Goleta to Terminal Island?

The fastest way to get from Goleta to Terminal Island is to drive which takes 2h 10m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct train between Goleta and Terminal Island?

No, there is no direct train from Goleta to Terminal Island station. However, there are services departing from Goleta Amtrak and arriving at 1st Street Station via Union Station - Metro A-Line. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

How far is it from Goleta to Terminal Island?

The distance between Goleta and Terminal Island is 134 miles. The road distance is 124.4 miles.

How do I travel from Goleta to Terminal Island without a car?

The best way to get from Goleta to Terminal Island without a car is to bus and tram which takes 4h 18m and costs $16 - $95.

How long does it take to get from Goleta to Terminal Island?

It takes approximately 4h 18m to get from Goleta to Terminal Island, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Goleta to Terminal Island train from?

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

Where does the Goleta to Terminal Island train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Goleta to Terminal Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Goleta to Terminal Island is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Goleta to Terminal Island.

Where can I stay near Terminal Island?

There are 789+ hotels available in Terminal Island.

Goleta to Terminal Island - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, tram, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Goleta to Terminal Island by bus, tram, train, car, or plane

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

Bus, tram
best
1. Take the bus from Isla Vista to Los Angeles Union StationFlixBus 2005
2. Take the tram from Union Station - Metro A-Line to 1st Street StationMetro A Line
4h 18m
$16–91
Bus, train, tram
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hollister and Pine to Camarillo station89 / ...
2. Take the train from Camarillo to L.A. Union Station
3. Take the tram from Union Station - Metro A-Line to 1st Street Station
5h 56m
$14–20
Train, tram
1. Take the train from Goleta Amtrak to Los AngelesPacific Surfliner
2. Take the tram from Union Station - Metro A-Line to 1st Street StationMetro A Line
4h 19m
$31–35
Drive 123.7 mi
1. Drive from Goleta to Long Beach123.7 mi
2h 10m
$23–33
Fly, tram, bus
1. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)SBA - LAX
2. Take the tram from LAX / Metro Transit Center to Harbor Freeway Station
3. Take the bus from Harbor Transitway / Harbor Fwy Station to Harbor Fwy / Carson
3h 17m
$30–218

Goleta to Terminal Island by bus and tram

4Weekly Services

4h 18mAverage Duration

$16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 132.8 mi
Duration: 4h 18m

What companies run services between Goleta, CA, USA and Terminal Island, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Goleta to Terminal Island. However, you can take the bus to UCSB North Hall Outbound, take the bus to Los Angeles Union Station, walk to Union Station - Metro A-Line, then take the vehicle to 1st Street Station. Alternatively, you can take a train from Goleta Amtrak to 1st Street Station via Los Angeles and Union Station - Metro A-Line in around 4h 19m.

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