What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to Borrego Springs?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to Borrego Springs is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to Borrego Springs?

The fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to Borrego Springs is to drive which takes 4h 34m and costs $40 - $65.

How far is it from Santa Barbara to Borrego Springs?

The distance between Santa Barbara and Borrego Springs is 277 miles. The road distance is 246.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to Borrego Springs without a car is to train and bus which takes 10h 39m and costs $45 - $130.

How long does it take to get from Santa Barbara to Borrego Springs?

It takes approximately 7h 59m to get from Santa Barbara to Borrego Springs, including transfers.

Can I drive from Santa Barbara to Borrego Springs?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Barbara to Borrego Springs is 246 miles. It takes approximately 4h 34m to drive from Santa Barbara to Borrego Springs.

Where can I stay near Borrego Springs?

There are 23+ hotels available in Borrego Springs.

Santa Barbara to Borrego Springs - 7 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Santa Barbara to Borrego Springs by train, car, 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, drive (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Santa Barbara to OceansidePacific Surfliner
2. Drive from Escondido Transit Center to Borrego Springs
7h 59m
$53–119
Drive 244.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Santa Barbara to Borrego Springs244.7 mi
4h 34m
$45–65
Fly Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to San Diego International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)SBA - SAN
2. Take the bus from El Cajon Transit Center to Christmas Circle & Palm Canyon Rd
7h 49m
$56–377
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Santa Barbara to San Diego Old Town Transportation CenterPacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from El Cajon Transit Center to Christmas Circle & Palm Canyon Rd891 / ...
10h 39m
$46–122
Train, bus via Palm Canyon Dr & Sunset Realty
1. Take the train from Santa Barbara to San Diego Old Town Transportation CenterPacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from El Cajon Transit Center to Palm Canyon Dr & Sunset Realty892
10h 44m
$46–122
Bus to Los Angeles International Airport, fly to Palm Springs International Airport, drive
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Station Arrivals
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)LAX - PSP
3. Drive from Indio-Palm-Springs-Airport-PSP to Borrego Springs
6h 10m
$79–347
Bus to Los Angeles International Airport, fly to Imperial County Airport, drive
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Station Arrivals
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Imperial County Airport (IPL)LAX - IPL
3. Drive from Imperial County Airport (IPL) to Borrego Springs
6h 26m
$126–253

Santa Barbara to Borrego Springs by train, tram, and bus

2Weekly Services

10h 39mAverage Duration

$46Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Santa Barbara to Borrego Springs.

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Distance: 274.9 mi
Duration: 7h 59m

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

There is no direct connection from Santa Barbara to Borrego Springs. However, you can take the train to Oceanside, walk to Oceanside Transit Center, take the vehicle to Escondido Transit Center, then drive to Borrego Springs. Alternatively, you can drive from Santa Barbara to Borrego Springs in around 4h 34m.

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