What is the cheapest way to get from Goleta to Walnut Creek?

The cheapest way to get from Goleta to Walnut Creek is to drive which costs $55 - $85 and takes 5h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Goleta to Walnut Creek?

The fastest way to get from Goleta to Walnut Creek is to fly which takes 3h 26m and costs $45 - $350.

Is there a direct train between Goleta and Walnut Creek?

No, there is no direct train from Goleta to Walnut Creek. However, there are services departing from Goleta Amtrak and arriving at Walnut Creek via Santa Barbara, Lake Merritt and MacArthur. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 52m.

How far is it from Goleta to Walnut Creek?

The distance between Goleta and Walnut Creek is 304 miles. The road distance is 316.6 miles.

How do I travel from Goleta to Walnut Creek without a car?

The best way to get from Goleta to Walnut Creek without a car is to bus which takes 8h 42m and costs $35 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Goleta to Walnut Creek?

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Goleta to Walnut Creek, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Goleta to Walnut Creek train from?

Goleta to Walnut Creek train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Santa Barbara station.

Train, bus or fly from Goleta to Walnut Creek?

The best way to get from Goleta to Walnut Creek is to bus which takes 8h 42m and costs $35 - $110. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $70 - $130 and takes 10h 52m, you could also fly, which costs $45 - $350 and takes 3h 26m.

Where does the Goleta to Walnut Creek train arrive?

Goleta to Walnut Creek train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Oakland station.

Can I drive from Goleta to Walnut Creek?

Yes, the driving distance between Goleta to Walnut Creek is 317 miles. It takes approximately 5h 45m to drive from Goleta to Walnut Creek.

Where can I stay near Walnut Creek?

There are 272+ hotels available in Walnut Creek.

Goleta to Walnut Creek - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, BART, bus, and car

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

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, BART
best
1. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)SBA - SFO
2. Take the subway from San Francisco International Airport to Walnut Creek
3h 26m
$42–237
Bus (Flixbus)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Isla Vista to OaklandFlixBus 2005
8h 42m
$38–104
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Santa Barbara to OaklandCoast Starlight
10h 52m
$74–123
Drive 314.8 mi
1. Drive from Goleta to Walnut Creek314.8 mi
5h 45m
$58–83
Fly to Oakland International Airport
1. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Oakland International Airport (OAK)SBA - OAK
3h 26m
$50–342
Bus via San Francisco (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop to San FranciscoAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
9h 25m

Goleta to Walnut Creek by bus and subway (Flixbus)

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8h 42mAverage Duration

$38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 302.5 mi
Duration: 3h 26m

What companies run services between Goleta, CA, USA and Walnut Creek, CA, USA?

Flixbus USA operates a bus from Isla Vista to Oakland 4 times a week. Tickets cost $35–95 and the journey takes 6h 50m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Santa Barbara to Oakland once daily. Tickets cost $65–110 and the journey takes 8h 45m.

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