What is the cheapest way to get from Montecito to Rosarito?

The cheapest way to get from Montecito to Rosarito is to drive which costs $950 - $1500 and takes 4h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Montecito to Rosarito?

The fastest way to get from Montecito to Rosarito is to drive which takes 4h 20m and costs $950 - $1500.

Is there a direct train between Montecito and Rosarito?

No, there is no direct train from Montecito to Rosarito station. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara and arriving at San Ysidro Station via Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 32m.

How far is it from Montecito to Rosarito?

The distance between Montecito and Rosarito is 428 km. The road distance is 387 km.

How long does it take to get from Montecito to Rosarito?

It takes approximately 7h 32m to get from Montecito to Rosarito, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Montecito to Rosarito train from?

Montecito to Rosarito train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Santa Barbara station.

Where does the Montecito to Rosarito train arrive?

Montecito to Rosarito train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Diego Old Town Transportation Center station.

Can I drive from Montecito to Rosarito?

Yes, the driving distance between Montecito to Rosarito is 387 km. It takes approximately 4h 20m to drive from Montecito to Rosarito.

Where can I stay near Rosarito?

There are 494+ hotels available in Rosarito.

Montecito to Rosarito - 3 ways to travel via train, car, line 14 bus, and plane

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There are 3 ways to get from Montecito to Rosarito by train (Amtrak), car, bus, plane, or tram

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Santa Barbara to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
7h 32m
$2,764–4,351
Drive 387 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Montecito to Rosaritocar 387 km
4h 20m
$987–1,425
Line 14 bus, fly, tram, drive
1. Take the bus from East Valley & San Ysidro to Transit Centerbus
2. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane SBA - SAN
3. Take the tram from America Plaza Station to San Ysidro Stationtram
4. Drive from San Ysidro Station to Rosaritocar
5h 29m
$1,168–4,838

Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) flights

23Weekly Planes

57 minAverage Duration

$546Cheapest Price

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Distance: 427.9 km
Duration: 7h 32m

What companies run services between Montecito, CA, USA and Rosarito, Mexico?

Amtrak operates a train from Santa Barbara to San Diego Old Town Transportation Center every 4 hours. Tickets cost $2,300–3,600 and the journey takes 5h 55m.

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