What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to Del Mar?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to Del Mar is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to Del Mar?

The fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to Del Mar is to drive which takes 3h 28m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Barbara and Del Mar?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Barbara to Del Mar. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara Bus Stop and arriving at Camino Del Mar & 15th St via Los Angeles and Hwy 101 & Plaza St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.

How far is it from Santa Barbara to Del Mar?

The distance between Santa Barbara and Del Mar is 208 miles. The road distance is 197.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to Del Mar without a car is to train which takes 6h and costs $40 - $100.

How long does it take to get from Santa Barbara to Del Mar?

It takes approximately 6h to get from Santa Barbara to Del Mar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Barbara to Del Mar bus from?

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

Train or bus from Santa Barbara to Del Mar?

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to Del Mar is to train which takes 6h and costs $40 - $100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 31m.

Where does the Santa Barbara to Del Mar bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Santa Barbara to Del Mar?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Barbara to Del Mar is 197 miles. It takes approximately 3h 28m to drive from Santa Barbara to Del Mar.

Where can I stay near Del Mar?

There are 540+ hotels available in Del Mar.

Santa Barbara to Del Mar - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Santa Barbara to Del Mar by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus, Amtrak), car, plane, or train

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 Solana Beach Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
6h
$42–97
Drive 196.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Santa Barbara to Del Marcar 196.1 mi
3h 28m
$36–52
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 Solana Beach Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h 31m
Fly, train
1. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane SBA - SAN
2. Take the train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to Solana Beach Amtrak Stationtrain
5h 5m
$74–460

Santa Barbara to Del Mar by train and bus (Amtrak)

35Weekly Services

6hAverage Duration

$42Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Santa Barbara to Del Mar.

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Distance: 206.3 mi
Duration: 6h

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

Amtrak operates a train from Santa Barbara to Solana Beach Amtrak Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost $40–95 and the journey takes 5h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to Camino Del Mar & 15th St via Los Angeles Union Station, Los Angeles, Solana Beach Amtrak Station, and Hwy 101 & Plaza St in around 6h 31m.

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