What is the cheapest way to get from Modesto to Santa Barbara?

The cheapest way to get from Modesto to Santa Barbara is to drive which costs $50 - $80 and takes 5h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Modesto to Santa Barbara?

The fastest way to get from Modesto to Santa Barbara is to bus and fly which takes 5h 43m and costs $50 - $320.

Is there a direct bus between Modesto and Santa Barbara?

No, there is no direct bus from Modesto to Santa Barbara. However, there are services departing from Modesto Bus Stop and arriving at Santa Barbara via Bakersfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h.

How far is it from Modesto to Santa Barbara?

The distance between Modesto and Santa Barbara is 366 miles. The road distance is 299.3 miles.

How do I travel from Modesto to Santa Barbara without a car?

The best way to get from Modesto to Santa Barbara without a car is to bus which takes 9h and costs .

How long does it take to get from Modesto to Santa Barbara?

It takes approximately 9h to get from Modesto to Santa Barbara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Modesto to Santa Barbara bus from?

Modesto to Santa Barbara bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Modesto Bus Stop station.

Train or bus from Modesto to Santa Barbara?

The best way to get from Modesto to Santa Barbara is to bus which takes 9h and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $70 - $390 and takes 12h 19m.

Where does the Modesto to Santa Barbara bus arrive?

Modesto to Santa Barbara bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Bakersfield Train Station.

Can I drive from Modesto to Santa Barbara?

Yes, the driving distance between Modesto to Santa Barbara is 299 miles. It takes approximately 5h 55m to drive from Modesto to Santa Barbara.

How do I get a bus ticket from Modesto to Santa Barbara?

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Where can I stay near Santa Barbara?

There are 302+ hotels available in Santa Barbara.

Modesto to Santa Barbara - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, BART

There are 8 ways to get from Modesto to Santa Barbara by bus (Greyhound, Amtrak), train (Amtrak), car, bus, subway, plane, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Modesto Bus Stop to Bakersfield Train Stationbus Greyhound US0810 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Santa Barbarabus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
9h
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lathrop/Manteca Station to San Jose Stationtrain ACETrain
2. Take the bus from San Jose to Santa Barbarabus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
11h 38m
$52–142
Train
1. Take the train from Lathrop/Manteca Station to San Jose Stationtrain ACETrain
2. Take the train from San Jose to Santa Barbaratrain Coast Starlight
12h 19m
$72–382
Drive 297.6 mi
1. Drive from Modesto to Santa Barbaracar 297.6 mi
5h 55m
$55–79
Bus, BART to San Francisco International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exi to BART Dublin Stationbus
2. Take the subway from Dublin / Pleasanton to Daly Citysubway
3. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)plane SFO - SBA
6h 28m
$58–305
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Modesto to Bakersfieldbus
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield to San Fernandobus
3. Take the train from Van Nuys to Santa Barbaratrain
9h 47m
$58–170
Bus to Sacramento International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Modesto Bus Stop to Sacramento Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)plane SMF - SBA
6h 35m
$80–406
Bus to Oakland International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exi to BART Dublin Stationbus
2. Fly from Oakland International Airport (OAK) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)plane OAK - SBA
5h 43m
$53–313

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

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1h 16mAverage Duration

$42Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Modesto to Santa Barbara.

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Distance: 363.6 mi
Duration: 9h

What companies run services between Modesto, CA, USA and Santa Barbara, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Modesto Bus Stop to Santa Barbara via Bakersfield Train Station and Bakersfield in around 9h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exi to Santa Barbara via ACE Lathrop Station, Lathrop/Manteca Station, San Jose Station, and San Jose in around 12h 19m.

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