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

The cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to Running Springs is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 2h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to Running Springs is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Barbara and Running Springs?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Barbara to Running Springs. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara Bus Stop and arriving at Palo Alto Way & Commercial Way via Los Angeles Union Station and SB Transit Center - Rialto Ave & F St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 46m.

How far is it from Santa Barbara to Running Springs?

The distance between Santa Barbara and Running Springs is 180 miles. The road distance is 169.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to Running Springs without a car is to bus which takes 5h 46m and costs $30 - $85.

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

It takes approximately 5h 46m to get from Santa Barbara to Running Springs, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Barbara to Running Springs bus from?

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

Train or bus from Santa Barbara to Running Springs?

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to Running Springs is to bus which takes 5h 46m and costs $30 - $85. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $40 - $130 and takes 7h 2m.

Where does the Santa Barbara to Running Springs bus arrive?

Santa Barbara to Running Springs bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station Arrivals.

Can I drive from Santa Barbara to Running Springs?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Barbara to Running Springs is 170 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Santa Barbara to Running Springs.

Where can I stay near Running Springs?

There are 1793+ hotels available in Running Springs.

Santa Barbara to Running Springs - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Santa Barbara to Running Springs by bus (Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, bus, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Station Arrivals
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center
3. Take the bus from SB Transit Center - Rialto Ave & F St to Palo Alto Way & Commercial Way5
5h 46m
$34–83
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Station ArrivalsFlixBus 2005
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to San Bernardino DepotSB Line
6h
$30–67
Train
1. Take the train from Santa Barbara to Los AngelesPacific Surfliner / ...
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to San Bernardino DepotSB Line
7h 2m
$41–122
Drive 168.7 mi
1. Drive from Santa Barbara to Running Springs168.7 mi
2h 57m
$31–45
Bus, train via Los Angeles Airport (LAX)
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara, CA to Los Angeles Airport, CA
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to San Bernardino DepotSB Line
8h 14m
$91–112

Santa Barbara to Running Springs by bus and foot

4Weekly Services

5h 46mAverage Duration

$34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 178.6 mi
Duration: 5h 46m

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

You can take a bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to Palo Alto Way & Commercial Way via Los Angeles Union Station Arrivals, Los Angeles Union Station, San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center, and SB Transit Center - Rialto Ave & F St in around 5h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Santa Barbara to Palo Alto Way & Commercial Way via Los Angeles, L.A. Union Station, San Bernardino Depot, and Santa Fe Depot / Metrolink - West 3rd St in around 7h 2m.

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