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

The cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to Cambria is to bus which costs $11 - $14 and takes 6h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to Cambria is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Barbara and Cambria?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Barbara to Cambria. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara and arriving at Burton & Main via Cypress & Nicholson, Government Center and Morro Bay Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 37m.

How far is it from Santa Barbara to Cambria?

The distance between Santa Barbara and Cambria is 149 miles. The road distance is 125.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to Cambria without a car is to bus via Santa Maria which takes 6h 37m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 37m to get from Santa Barbara to Cambria, including transfers.

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

Santa Barbara to Cambria bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Santa Barbara station.

Train or bus from Santa Barbara to Cambria?

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to Cambria is to bus via Santa Maria which takes 6h 37m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $35 - $70 and takes 6h 53m.

Where does the Santa Barbara to Cambria bus arrive?

Santa Barbara to Cambria bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Santa Maria Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Can I drive from Santa Barbara to Cambria?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Barbara to Cambria is 125 miles. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Santa Barbara to Cambria.

Where can I stay near Cambria?

There are 171+ hotels available in Cambria.

Santa Barbara to Cambria - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Santa Barbara to Cambria by bus (Amtrak), train (Amtrak), 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.

Bus via Santa Maria
best
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara to Santa Maria Amtrak Bus StopAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Cypress & Nicholson to Government Center10N
6h 37m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chapala at Figueroa to Santa Maria Transit CenterMidday
2. Take the bus from Santa Maria Transit Center to Government Center10N
6h 50m
$11–14
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Santa Barbara to San Luis ObispoPacific Surfliner / ...
6h 53m
$35–67
Drive 124.5 mi
1. Drive from Santa Barbara to Cambria124.5 mi
2h 28m
$23–33

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 147.7 mi
Duration: 6h 37m

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

You can take a bus from Santa Barbara to Burton & Main via Santa Maria Amtrak Bus Stop, Cypress & Nicholson, Government Center, and Morro Bay Park in around 6h 37m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Santa Barbara to San Luis Obispo 3 times a day. Tickets cost $30–65 and the journey takes 2h 41m.

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