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How to get fromSanta Barbara to Altadenaby bus (Flixbus), train (Amtrak) or car

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

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  1. Bus (Flixbus)

    best
    1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Station ArrivalsbusFlixBus 2005
    2h 41m
    $22–50
  2. Drive 101.2 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Santa Barbara to Altadenacar101.2 mi
    1h 47m
    $19–27
  3. Train (Amtrak)

    1. Take the train from Santa Barbara to Los AngelestrainPacific Surfliner / ...
    3h 44m
    $36–105

Santa Barbara to Altadena by bus and tram (Flixbus)

Calendar4Weekly Services
Duration2h 41mAverage Duration
Ticket$22Cheapest Price
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Questions & Answers

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

Flixbus USA operates a bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Station Arrivals 4 times a week. Tickets cost $19–50 and the journey takes 1h 50m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles every 4 hours. Tickets cost $30–110 and the journey takes 2h 53m.

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