What is the cheapest way to get from Long Beach to Montecito?

The cheapest way to get from Long Beach to Montecito is to drive which costs $20 - $30 and takes 1h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Long Beach to Montecito?

The fastest way to get from Long Beach to Montecito is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Long Beach and Montecito?

No, there is no direct bus from Long Beach to Montecito. However, there are services departing from Long Beach Downtown Transit Gallery and arriving at East Valley & San Ysidro via Los Angeles Union Station, UCSB North Hall Inbound and Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 34m.

How far is it from Long Beach to Montecito?

The distance between Long Beach and Montecito is 132 miles. The road distance is 113 miles.

How do I travel from Long Beach to Montecito without a car?

The best way to get from Long Beach to Montecito without a car is to tram and train which takes 4h 47m and costs $50 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Long Beach to Montecito?

It takes approximately 4h 47m to get from Long Beach to Montecito, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Long Beach to Montecito bus from?

Long Beach to Montecito bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Long Beach Downtown Transit Gallery station.

Where does the Long Beach to Montecito bus arrive?

Long Beach to Montecito bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station.

Can I drive from Long Beach to Montecito?

Yes, the driving distance between Long Beach to Montecito is 113 miles. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Long Beach to Montecito.

Where can I stay near Montecito?

There are 303+ hotels available in Montecito.

Long Beach to Montecito - 3 ways to travel via train, tram, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Long Beach to Montecito by tram, train, bus (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.

Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Downtown Long Beach Station to Union Station - Metro A-LineMetro A Line
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Santa BarbaraPacific Surfliner / ...
4h 47m
$51–146
Drive 112.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Long Beach to Montecito112.3 mi
1h 59m
$21–30
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Long Beach Downtown Transit Gallery to Los Angeles Union StationFlixBus 2017
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Isla VistaFlixBus 2005
6h 34m
$39–64

Long Beach to Montecito by bus (Flixbus)

4Weekly Buses

6h 34mAverage Duration

$39Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Long Beach to Montecito.

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Distance: 131.1 mi
Duration: 4h 47m

What companies run services between Long Beach, CA, USA and Montecito, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Long Beach Downtown Transit Gallery to East Valley & San Ysidro via Los Angeles Union Station, Isla Vista, UCSB North Hall Inbound, and Transit Center in around 6h 34m.

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