What is the cheapest way to get from Montecito to San Diego?

The cheapest way to get from Montecito to San Diego is to drive which costs $35 - $60 and takes 3h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Montecito to San Diego?

The fastest way to get from Montecito to San Diego is to drive which takes 3h 44m and costs $35 - $60.

How far is it from Montecito to San Diego?

The distance between Montecito and San Diego is 236 miles. The road distance is 212.8 miles.

How do I travel from Montecito to San Diego without a car?

The best way to get from Montecito to San Diego without a car is to train which takes 6h 20m and costs $65 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Montecito to San Diego?

It takes approximately 6h 20m to get from Montecito to San Diego, including transfers.

Can I drive from Montecito to San Diego?

Yes, the driving distance between Montecito to San Diego is 213 miles. It takes approximately 3h 44m to drive from Montecito to San Diego.

Where can I stay near San Diego?

There are 2123+ hotels available in San Diego.

Montecito to San Diego - 3 ways to travel via train, car, line 14 bus

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

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

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Santa Barbara to San DiegoPacific Surfliner
6h 20m
$65–133
Drive 211.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Montecito to San Diego211.6 mi
3h 44m
$39–56
Line 14 bus, fly
1. Take the bus from East Valley & San Ysidro to Transit Center
2. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)SBA - SAN
4h 19m
$48–339

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

14Weekly Planes

2h 3mAverage Duration

$47Cheapest Price

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Distance: 234.2 mi
Duration: 6h 20m

What companies run services between Montecito, CA, USA and San Diego, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Santa Barbara to San Diego 5 times a day. Tickets cost $45–110 and the journey takes 6h 14m.

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