What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to Griffith Observatory?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to Griffith Observatory is to drive which costs $16 - $25 and takes 1h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to Griffith Observatory?

The fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to Griffith Observatory is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs $16 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Barbara and Griffith Observatory?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Barbara to Griffith Observatory. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara Bus Stop and arriving at Griffith Observatory via Vermont Ave & Sunset Blvd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Santa Barbara and Griffith Observatory?

No, there is no direct train from Santa Barbara to Griffith Observatory station. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara and arriving at Vermont / Sunset Station via Union Station - Metro B & D Lines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

How far is it from Santa Barbara to Griffith Observatory?

The distance between Santa Barbara and Griffith Observatory is 105 miles. The road distance is 92.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to Griffith Observatory without a car is to bus which takes 3h 22m and costs $16 - $29.

How long does it take to get from Santa Barbara to Griffith Observatory?

It takes approximately 3h 22m to get from Santa Barbara to Griffith Observatory, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Barbara to Griffith Observatory bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Santa Barbara to Griffith Observatory train from?

Santa Barbara to Griffith Observatory train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Santa Barbara station.

Train or bus from Santa Barbara to Griffith Observatory?

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to Griffith Observatory is to bus which takes 3h 22m and costs $16 - $29. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $35 - $75 and takes 3h 50m.

Where does the Santa Barbara to Griffith Observatory bus arrive?

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

Where does the Santa Barbara to Griffith Observatory train arrive?

Santa Barbara to Griffith Observatory train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Santa Barbara to Griffith Observatory?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Barbara to Griffith Observatory is 93 miles. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Santa Barbara to Griffith Observatory.

Where can I stay near Griffith Observatory?

There are 2294+ hotels available in Griffith Observatory.

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Santa Barbara to Griffith Observatory

Rome2Rio compared 3 ways to get from Santa Barbara to Griffith Observatory. The best route is Bus, a distance of 132.78 km.

Bus (Flixbus)
best
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Stationbus FlixBus 2005
3h 22m
$17–28
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Santa Barbara to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner / ...
3h 50m
$37–72
Drive 92.1 mi
1. Drive from Santa Barbara to Griffith Observatorycar 92.1 mi
1h 43m
$17–25

Santa Barbara to Griffith Observatory by bus, subway, and foot (Flixbus)

4Weekly Services

3h 22mAverage Duration

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Distance: 104.6 mi
Duration: 3h 22m

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

Flixbus USA operates a bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Station 4 times a week. Tickets cost $13–23 and the journey takes 2h 25m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles every 4 hours. Tickets cost $30–70 and the journey takes 2h 53m.

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