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

The cheapest way to get from Goleta to Whittier is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Goleta to Whittier is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Goleta and Whittier?

No, there is no direct bus from Goleta to Whittier. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara Airport and arriving at Philadelphia/Painter via Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), Cesar Chavez Transit Pavilion and East L.A. College. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 56m.

How far is it from Goleta to Whittier?

The distance between Goleta and Whittier is 123 miles. The road distance is 117.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Goleta to Whittier without a car is to bus which takes 4h 30m and costs $28 - $60.

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

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Goleta to Whittier, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Goleta to Whittier bus from?

Goleta to Whittier bus services, operated by Central Coast Shuttle, depart from Santa Barbara Airport station.

Train or bus from Goleta to Whittier?

The best way to get from Goleta to Whittier is to bus which takes 4h 30m and costs $28 - $60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $30 - $40 and takes 4h 35m.

Where does the Goleta to Whittier bus arrive?

Goleta to Whittier bus services, operated by Central Coast Shuttle, arrive at Los Angeles Airport, CA station.

Can I drive from Goleta to Whittier?

Yes, the driving distance between Goleta to Whittier is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Goleta to Whittier.

Where can I stay near Whittier?

There are 1311+ hotels available in Whittier.

Goleta to Whittier - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and tram

There are 5 ways to get from Goleta to Whittier by bus (Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, plane, tram, 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.

Bus (Flixbus)
best
1. Take the bus from Isla Vista to Los Angeles Union StationFlixBus 2005
4h 30m
$28–56
Drive 117.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Goleta to Whittier117.2 mi
2h 12m
$22–31
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Goleta Station to Los AngelesPacific Surfliner
4h 35m
$32–37
Fly, tram, line 7 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 Norwalk Station
3. Take the bus from C Line Station to Painter Avenue and Philadelphia Street
3h 11m
Bus via Los Angeles 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 PlazaLAX FlyAway-LAX2US
5h 56m
$82–95

Goleta to Whittier by bus and tram (Flixbus)

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4h 30mAverage Duration

$28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 121.9 mi
Duration: 4h 30m

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

Flixbus USA operates a bus from Isla Vista to Los Angeles Union Station 4 times a week. Tickets cost $26–50 and the journey takes 1h 50m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Goleta Station to Los Angeles 5 times a day. Tickets cost $29–34 and the journey takes 3h 7m.

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