What is the cheapest way to get from Redlands to Santa Barbara?

The cheapest way to get from Redlands to Santa Barbara is to drive which costs $28 - $45 and takes 2h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Redlands to Santa Barbara?

The fastest way to get from Redlands to Santa Barbara is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Redlands and Santa Barbara?

No, there is no direct bus from Redlands station to Santa Barbara. However, there are services departing from Redlands Station Depot and arriving at Santa Barbara Bus Stop via San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center and Los Angeles Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Redlands and Santa Barbara?

No, there is no direct train from Redlands to Santa Barbara. However, there are services departing from Redlands - Downtown and arriving at Santa Barbara via San Bernardino - Downtown and Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 33m.

How far is it from Redlands to Santa Barbara?

The distance between Redlands and Santa Barbara is 170 miles. The road distance is 157.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Redlands to Santa Barbara without a car is to bus which takes 5h 53m and costs $35 - $75.

How long does it take to get from Redlands to Santa Barbara?

It takes approximately 5h 53m to get from Redlands to Santa Barbara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Redlands to Santa Barbara bus from?

Redlands to Santa Barbara bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center station.

Where do I catch the Redlands to Santa Barbara train from?

Redlands to Santa Barbara train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, depart from San Bernardino - Downtown station.

Train or bus from Redlands to Santa Barbara?

The best way to get from Redlands to Santa Barbara is to bus which takes 5h 53m and costs $35 - $75. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $40 - $140 and takes 6h 33m.

Where does the Redlands to Santa Barbara bus arrive?

Redlands to Santa Barbara bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Los Angeles Downtown station.

Where does the Redlands to Santa Barbara train arrive?

Redlands to Santa Barbara train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, arrive at L.A. Union Station.

Can I drive from Redlands to Santa Barbara?

Yes, the driving distance between Redlands to Santa Barbara is 157 miles. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Redlands to Santa Barbara.

Where can I stay near Santa Barbara?

There are 284+ hotels available in Santa Barbara.

Redlands to Santa Barbara - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Redlands to Santa Barbara by bus (Flixbus), train (Amtrak), or car

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

Bus (Flixbus)
best
1. Take the bus from San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center to Los Angeles DowntownFlixBus 2015 / ...
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Santa Barbara Bus StopFlixBus 2005
5h 53m
$35–75
Drive 156.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Redlands to Santa Barbara156.4 mi
2h 44m
$29–42
Train
1. Take the train from San Bernardino - Downtown to L.A. Union StationSB Line
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Santa BarbaraPacific Surfliner / ...
6h 33m
$45–140

Redlands to Santa Barbara by bus (Flixbus)

4Weekly Buses

5h 53mAverage Duration

$35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 168.7 mi
Duration: 5h 53m

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

You can take a bus from Redlands Station Depot to Santa Barbara Bus Stop via San Bernardino Transit Center, San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center, Los Angeles Downtown, and Los Angeles Union Station in around 5h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Redlands - Downtown to Santa Barbara via San Bernardino - Downtown, L.A. Union Station, and Los Angeles in around 6h 33m.

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