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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Goleta to Terminal Island is to fly and tram and bus which takes 2h 10m and costs $30 - $210.

Is there a direct train between Goleta and Terminal Island?

No, there is no direct train from Goleta station to Terminal Island station. However, there are services departing from Goleta Station 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 106 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 $28 - $60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 10m 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 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 778+ hotels available in Terminal Island.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Goleta to Terminal Island 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, bus
best
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
2h 10m
$30–201
Drive 123.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Goleta to Long Beach123.7 mi
2h 10m
$23–33
Bus, tram
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
$28–56
Train, tram
1. Take the train from Goleta Station to Los AngelesPacific Surfliner
2. Take the tram from Union Station - Metro A-Line to 1st Street StationMetro A Line
4h 19m
$31–35
Bus, tram via Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Airport to Los Angeles Airport, CA
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Union Station FlyAway - 800 N Alameda St at Union Station / Patsaurus Plaza
3. Take the tram from Union Station - Metro A-Line to 1st Street Station
5h 3m
$83–95

Goleta to Terminal Island by bus and tram

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4h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 105.8 mi
Duration: 2h 10m

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 fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), walk to LAX Terminal 6 Lower Level, take the bus to Metro Transit Center Bay 2, walk to LAX / Metro Transit Center, take the vehicle to Harbor Freeway Station, walk to Harbor Transitway / Harbor Fwy Station, then take the bus to Harbor Fwy / Carson. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hollister & Nectarine to 1st Street Station via Isla Vista, Los Angeles Union Station, and Union Station - Metro A-Line in around 4h 18m.

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