What is the cheapest way to get from La Jolla to Goleta?

The cheapest way to get from La Jolla to Goleta is to drive which costs $35 - $60 and takes 3h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from La Jolla to Goleta?

The fastest way to get from La Jolla to Goleta is to line 30 bus and fly which takes 2h 52m and costs $50 - $400.

Is there a direct bus between La Jolla and Goleta?

No, there is no direct bus from La Jolla to Goleta. However, there are services departing from Silverado St & Herschel Av and arriving at Hollister & Pine via San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop, Los Angeles Union Station and UCSB North Hall Inbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 47m.

How far is it from La Jolla to Goleta?

The distance between La Jolla and Goleta is 208 miles. The road distance is 216 miles.

How do I travel from La Jolla to Goleta without a car?

The best way to get from La Jolla to Goleta without a car is to train which takes 7h 28m and costs $50 - $65.

How long does it take to get from La Jolla to Goleta?

It takes approximately 2h 52m to get from La Jolla to Goleta, including transfers.

Where do I catch the La Jolla to Goleta bus from?

La Jolla to Goleta bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop station.

Train or bus from La Jolla to Goleta?

The best way to get from La Jolla to Goleta is to train which takes 7h 28m and costs $50 - $65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $110 and takes 7h 47m.

Where does the La Jolla to Goleta bus arrive?

La Jolla to Goleta bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station.

Can I drive from La Jolla to Goleta?

Yes, the driving distance between La Jolla to Goleta is 216 miles. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from La Jolla to Goleta.

Where can I stay near Goleta?

There are 255+ hotels available in Goleta.

La Jolla to Goleta - 5 ways to travel via train, line 30 bus, plane, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from La Jolla to Goleta by bus, plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), 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.

Line 30 bus, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Silverado St & Herschel Av to Old Town Transit Centerbus
2. Fly from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)plane SAN - SBA
2h 52m
$52–395
Drive 214.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from La Jolla to Goletacar 214.7 mi
3h 48m
$40–57
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to Goleta Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
7h 28m
$52–65
Bus
1. Take the bus from San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Stationbus Greyhound US0831
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Isla Vistabus FlixBus 2005
7h 47m
$54–109
Bus via Los Angeles Airport (LAX)
1. Take the bus from San Diego to LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stopbus reLAXsan
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Airport, CA to Santa Barbara Airportbus
8h 7m
$128–202

La Jolla to Goleta by bus and train (Amtrak)

35Weekly Services

7h 28mAverage Duration

$52Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from La Jolla to Goleta.

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Distance: 206.6 mi
Duration: 2h 52m

What companies run services between La Jolla, San Diego County, CA, USA and Goleta, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to Goleta Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost $50–60 and the journey takes 5h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Silverado St & Herschel Av to Hollister & Pine via Old Town Transit Center, San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop, Los Angeles Union Station, Isla Vista, and UCSB North Hall Inbound in around 7h 47m.

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