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

The cheapest way to get from Manhattan Beach to Montecito is to drive which costs $17 - $26 and takes 1h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manhattan Beach to Montecito is to drive which takes 1h 46m and costs $17 - $26.

Is there a direct bus between Manhattan Beach and Montecito?

No, there is no direct bus from Manhattan Beach to Montecito. However, there are services departing from Manhattan Ave & 10th St 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 21m.

How far is it from Manhattan Beach to Montecito?

The distance between Manhattan Beach and Montecito is 133 miles. The road distance is 97.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manhattan Beach to Montecito without a car is to line 438 bus and train which takes 4h 50m and costs $50 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 50m to get from Manhattan Beach to Montecito, including transfers.

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

Manhattan Beach to Montecito bus services, operated by LA DOT, depart from Manhattan Ave & 10th St station.

Train or bus from Manhattan Beach to Montecito?

The best way to get from Manhattan Beach to Montecito is to line 438 bus and bus which takes 6h 21m and costs $30 - $55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $50 - $150 and takes 5h 13m.

Where does the Manhattan Beach to Montecito bus arrive?

Manhattan Beach to Montecito bus services, operated by LA DOT, arrive at Union Station Bay 2.

Can I drive from Manhattan Beach to Montecito?

Yes, the driving distance between Manhattan Beach to Montecito is 97 miles. It takes approximately 1h 46m to drive from Manhattan Beach to Montecito.

Where can I stay near Montecito?

There are 301+ hotels available in Montecito.

Manhattan Beach to Montecito - 4 ways to travel via train, line 438 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Manhattan Beach to Montecito by bus, train, bus (Flixbus), car, or train (Amtrak)

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Line 438 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Manhattan Ave & 10th St to Union Station Bay 2bus 438
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Santa Barbaratrain Pacific Surfliner / ...
4h 50m
$52–148
Drive 96.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Manhattan Beach to Montecitocar 96.8 mi
1h 46m
$18–26
Line 438 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Manhattan Ave & 10th St to Union Station Bay 2bus 438
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Isla Vistabus FlixBus 2005
6h 21m
$32–53
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to Santa Barbaratrain Pacific Surfliner / ...
5h 13m
$55–150

Manhattan Beach to Montecito by bus

4Weekly Buses

6h 21mAverage Duration

$32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 132.2 mi
Duration: 4h 50m

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

You can take a bus from Manhattan Ave & 10th St to East Valley & San Ysidro via Los Angeles Union Station, Isla Vista, UCSB North Hall Inbound, and Transit Center in around 6h 21m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara every 4 hours. Tickets cost $30–120 and the journey takes 2h 36m.

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