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

The cheapest way to get from Pomona to Goleta is to drive which costs $24 - $35 and takes 2h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pomona to Goleta is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs $24 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Pomona and Goleta?

No, there is no direct bus from Pomona to Goleta. However, there are services departing from Pomona Transit Center and arriving at Hollister & Pine via Cal State La Transit Center, Los Angeles Union Station and UCSB North Hall Inbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Pomona and Goleta?

No, there is no direct train from Pomona to Goleta station. However, there are services departing from Pomona - North and arriving at Goleta Station via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 44m.

How far is it from Pomona to Goleta?

The distance between Pomona and Goleta is 143 miles. The road distance is 133.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pomona to Goleta without a car is to train which takes 4h 44m and costs $35 - $130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 44m to get from Pomona to Goleta, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pomona to Goleta bus from?

Pomona to Goleta bus services, operated by Foothill Transit, depart from Pomona Transit Center station.

Where do I catch the Pomona to Goleta train from?

Pomona to Goleta train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, depart from Pomona - North station.

Train or bus from Pomona to Goleta?

The best way to get from Pomona to Goleta is to train which takes 4h 44m and costs $35 - $130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $60 and takes 5h 7m.

Where does the Pomona to Goleta bus arrive?

Pomona to Goleta bus services, operated by Foothill Transit, arrive at Cal State LA W station.

Where does the Pomona to Goleta train arrive?

Pomona to Goleta train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, arrive at L.A. Union Station.

Can I drive from Pomona to Goleta?

Yes, the driving distance between Pomona to Goleta is 133 miles. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Pomona to Goleta.

Where can I stay near Goleta?

There are 246+ hotels available in Goleta.

Pomona to Goleta - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and line 76 bus

There are 6 ways to get from Pomona to Goleta by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), car, train, plane, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Pomona - North to L.A. Union Stationtrain SB Line
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Goleta Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
4h 44m
$35–129
Drive 132.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pomona to Goletacar 132.6 mi
2h 17m
$25–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Pomona Transit Center to Cal State LA Wbus 707
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Isla Vistabus FlixBus 2005
5h 7m
$32–56
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Pomona - North to L.A. Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)plane LAX - SBA
3h 25m
$46–233
Line 76 bus, train
1. Take the bus from El Monte Station - Lower Level to Alameda / Los Angelesbus 76
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Goleta Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
5h 52m
$31–128
Line 70 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from El Monte Station - Lower Level to Cesar E Chavez / Vignesbus 70
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Airport, CA to Santa Barbara Airportbus
6h 5m
$84–106

Pomona to Goleta by train and foot

38Weekly Services

4h 44mAverage Duration

$35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 142.6 mi
Duration: 4h 44m

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

You can take a train from Pomona - North to Goleta Station via L.A. Union Station and Los Angeles in around 4h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pomona Transit Center to Hollister & Pine via Cal State LA W, Cal State La Transit Center, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, Los Angeles Union Station, Isla Vista, and UCSB North Hall Inbound in around 5h 7m.

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