What is the cheapest way to get from Palmdale to Goleta?

The cheapest way to get from Palmdale to Goleta is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Palmdale to Goleta?

The fastest way to get from Palmdale to Goleta is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct train between Palmdale and Goleta?

No, there is no direct train from Palmdale station to Goleta station. However, there are services departing from Palmdale Station and arriving at Goleta Station via Glendale Amtrak. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 22m.

How far is it from Palmdale to Goleta?

The distance between Palmdale and Goleta is 171 miles. The road distance is 118.8 miles.

How do I travel from Palmdale to Goleta without a car?

The best way to get from Palmdale to Goleta without a car is to train which takes 5h 22m and costs $40 - $50.

How long does it take to get from Palmdale to Goleta?

It takes approximately 5h 22m to get from Palmdale to Goleta, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palmdale to Goleta train from?

Palmdale to Goleta train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, depart from Palmdale Station.

Where does the Palmdale to Goleta train arrive?

Palmdale to Goleta train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, arrive at Glendale station.

Can I drive from Palmdale to Goleta?

Yes, the driving distance between Palmdale to Goleta is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Palmdale to Goleta.

Where can I stay near Goleta?

There are 242+ hotels available in Goleta.

Palmdale to Goleta - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Palmdale to Goleta by train (Amtrak), train, bus, car, 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
best
1. Take the train from Palmdale Station to GlendaleAV Line
2. Take the train from Glendale Amtrak to Goleta StationPacific Surfliner
5h 22m
$43–48
Drive 118.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Palmdale to Goleta118.1 mi
2h 11m
$22–32
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Palmdale Station to L.A. Union StationAV Line
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Isla VistaFlixBus 2005
5h 26m
$42–69
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Palmdale Station to L.A. Union Station
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)LAX - SBA
4h 34m
$51–239

Palmdale to Goleta by train

38Weekly Trains

5h 22mAverage Duration

$43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 170.1 mi
Duration: 5h 22m

What companies run services between Palmdale, CA, USA and Goleta, CA, USA?

You can take a train from Palmdale Station to Goleta Station via Glendale and Glendale Amtrak in around 5h 22m.

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