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 2h 21m and costs $55 - $360.

How far is it from Goleta to Walnut Creek?

The distance between Goleta and Walnut Creek is 303 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 2h 21m to get from Goleta to Walnut Creek, including transfers.

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 $90 - $190 and takes 10h 47m, you could also fly, which costs $55 - $360 and takes 2h 21m.

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 276+ 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
2h 21m
$45–223
Bus (Flixbus)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Isla Vista to OaklandFlixBus 2005
8h 42m
$38–104
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Goleta Station to San Luis ObispoPacific Surfliner
2. Take the train from San Luis Obispo to EmeryvilleCoast Starlight
10h 47m
$91–188
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
2h 21m
$58–351
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)

4Weekly Services

8h 42mAverage Duration

$38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 301.2 mi
Duration: 2h 21m

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, you can take a train from Goleta Station to Walnut Creek via San Luis Obispo, Emeryville, Horton @ 59th, MacArthur BART Station, and MacArthur in around 10h 47m.

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