What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to Capistrano Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to Capistrano Beach is to drive which costs $27 - $40 and takes 2h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to Capistrano Beach?

The fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to Capistrano Beach is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Barbara and Capistrano Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Barbara to Capistrano Beach. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara Bus Stop and arriving at Coast-34680 Surfside Inn via Los Angeles and Camino Capistrano-Old Mission. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 47m.

How far is it from Santa Barbara to Capistrano Beach?

The distance between Santa Barbara and Capistrano Beach is 167 miles. The road distance is 153.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to Capistrano Beach without a car is to train which takes 5h 15m and costs $35 - $85.

How long does it take to get from Santa Barbara to Capistrano Beach?

It takes approximately 5h 15m to get from Santa Barbara to Capistrano Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Barbara to Capistrano Beach bus from?

Santa Barbara to Capistrano Beach bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Santa Barbara Bus Stop station.

Train or bus from Santa Barbara to Capistrano Beach?

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to Capistrano Beach is to train which takes 5h 15m and costs $35 - $85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $55 and takes 5h 47m.

Where does the Santa Barbara to Capistrano Beach bus arrive?

Santa Barbara to Capistrano Beach bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station.

Can I drive from Santa Barbara to Capistrano Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Barbara to Capistrano Beach is 153 miles. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Santa Barbara to Capistrano Beach.

Where can I stay near Capistrano Beach?

There are 946+ hotels available in Capistrano Beach.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Santa Barbara to Capistrano Beach by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus, 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.

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
5h 15m
$38–83
Drive 152.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Santa Barbara to Capistrano Beachcar 152.3 mi
2h 41m
$28–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Stationbus FlixBus 2005
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles to San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 47m
$30–51

Santa Barbara to Capistrano Beach by train and bus (Amtrak)

37Weekly Services

5h 15mAverage Duration

$38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 165.7 mi
Duration: 5h 15m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost $35–85 and the journey takes 4h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to Coast-34680 Surfside Inn via Los Angeles Union Station, Los Angeles, San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station, and Camino Capistrano-Old Mission in around 5h 47m.

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