What is the cheapest way to get from Menlo Park to Goleta?

The cheapest way to get from Menlo Park to Goleta is to drive which costs $50 - $80 and takes 5h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Menlo Park to Goleta?

The fastest way to get from Menlo Park to Goleta is to Caltrain and fly which takes 2h 51m and costs $45 - $290.

Is there a direct train between Menlo Park and Goleta?

No, there is no direct train from Menlo Park to Goleta station. However, there are services departing from Menlo Park Caltrain Southbound and arriving at Goleta Station via San Jose and San Luis Obispo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 45m.

How far is it from Menlo Park to Goleta?

The distance between Menlo Park and Goleta is 281 miles. The road distance is 292.1 miles.

How do I travel from Menlo Park to Goleta without a car?

The best way to get from Menlo Park to Goleta without a car is to bus which takes 8h 22m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Menlo Park to Goleta?

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Menlo Park to Goleta, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Menlo Park to Goleta train from?

Menlo Park to Goleta train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Jose station.

Train or bus from Menlo Park to Goleta?

The best way to get from Menlo Park to Goleta is to bus which takes 8h 22m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $80 - $140 and takes 9h 45m.

Where does the Menlo Park to Goleta train arrive?

Menlo Park to Goleta train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Luis Obispo station.

Can I drive from Menlo Park to Goleta?

Yes, the driving distance between Menlo Park to Goleta is 292 miles. It takes approximately 5h 24m to drive from Menlo Park to Goleta.

Where can I stay near Goleta?

There are 259+ hotels available in Goleta.

Menlo Park to Goleta - 5 ways to travel via train, Caltrain, plane, bus

There are 5 ways to get from Menlo Park to Goleta by train, plane, bus (Amtrak), train (Amtrak), 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.

Caltrain to San Francisco International Airport, fly
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1. Take the train from Menlo Park Caltrain Northbound to Millbrae Caltrain Northboundtrain
2. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)plane SFO - SBA
2h 51m
$47–286
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from San Jose to Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
8h 22m
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from San Jose to San Luis Obispotrain Coast Starlight
2. Take the train from San Luis Obispo to Goleta Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
9h 45m
$81–137
Drive 290.4 mi
1. Drive from Menlo Park to Goletacar 290.4 mi
5h 24m
$53–77
Caltrain to Oakland International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Menlo Park Caltrain Northbound to San Francisco Caltrain Northboundtrain
2. Fly from Oakland International Airport (OAK) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)plane OAK - SBA
3h 58m
$58–349

San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) flights

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1h 20mAverage Duration

$38Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Menlo Park to Goleta.

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Distance: 279.5 mi
Duration: 2h 51m

What companies run services between Menlo Park, CA, USA and Goleta, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a bus from San Jose to Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop 3 times a day, and the journey takes 6h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Menlo Park Caltrain Southbound to Goleta Station via San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southbound, San Jose, and San Luis Obispo in around 9h 45m.

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