What is the cheapest way to get from Point Loma to Santa Barbara?

The cheapest way to get from Point Loma to Santa Barbara is to drive which costs $35 - $60 and takes 3h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Point Loma to Santa Barbara?

The fastest way to get from Point Loma to Santa Barbara is to fly which takes 3h 29m and costs $50 - $380.

Is there a direct bus between Point Loma and Santa Barbara?

No, there is no direct bus from Point Loma to Santa Barbara. However, there are services departing from Rosecrans St & Canon St and arriving at Santa Barbara Bus Stop via San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop and Los Angeles Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 11m.

How far is it from Point Loma to Santa Barbara?

The distance between Point Loma and Santa Barbara is 205 miles. The road distance is 215.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Point Loma to Santa Barbara without a car is to train which takes 6h 55m and costs $40 - $90.

How long does it take to get from Point Loma to Santa Barbara?

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Point Loma to Santa Barbara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Point Loma to Santa Barbara bus from?

Point Loma to Santa Barbara bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop station.

Train, bus or fly from Point Loma to Santa Barbara?

The best way to get from Point Loma to Santa Barbara is to fly which takes 3h 29m and costs $50 - $380. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $40 - $90 and takes 6h 55m, you could also bus, which costs $40 - $95 and takes 7h 11m.

Where does the Point Loma to Santa Barbara bus arrive?

Point Loma to Santa Barbara bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station.

Can I drive from Point Loma to Santa Barbara?

Yes, the driving distance between Point Loma to Santa Barbara is 216 miles. It takes approximately 3h 46m to drive from Point Loma to Santa Barbara.

Where can I stay near Santa Barbara?

There are 284+ hotels available in Santa Barbara.

Point Loma to Santa Barbara - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Point Loma to Santa Barbara by plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, or bus

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

Fly
best
1. Fly from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)SAN - SBA
3h 29m
$54–377
Drive 214.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Point Loma to Santa Barbara214.5 mi
3h 46m
$40–57
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to Santa BarbaraPacific Surfliner
6h 55m
$42–90
Bus
1. Take the bus from San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union StationGreyhound US0831
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Santa Barbara Bus StopFlixBus 2005
7h 11m
$44–95
Bus via Los Angeles Airport (LAX)
1. Take the bus from San Diego to LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides StopreLAXsan
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Airport, CA to Santa Barbara Airport
8h 29m
$128–202

Point Loma to Santa Barbara by bus and train (Amtrak)

35Weekly Services

6h 55mAverage Duration

$42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 204.2 mi
Duration: 3h 29m

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

Alaska Airlines, Inc. and Southwest Airlines fly from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) once daily. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to Santa Barbara 5 times a day. Tickets cost $40–85 and the journey takes 5h 39m.

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