What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Monica to Montecito?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Monica to Montecito is to drive which costs $14 - $22 and takes 1h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Monica to Montecito?

The fastest way to get from Santa Monica to Montecito is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs $14 - $22.

How far is it from Santa Monica to Montecito?

The distance between Santa Monica and Montecito is 124 miles. The road distance is 81.2 miles.

How do I travel from Santa Monica to Montecito without a car?

The best way to get from Santa Monica to Montecito without a car is to line 33 bus and bus which takes 4h 35m and costs $35 - $75.

How long does it take to get from Santa Monica to Montecito?

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Santa Monica to Montecito, including transfers.

Can I drive from Santa Monica to Montecito?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Monica to Montecito is 81 miles. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Santa Monica to Montecito.

Where can I stay near Montecito?

There are 304+ hotels available in Montecito.

Santa Monica to Montecito - 3 ways to travel via train, line 33 bus, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Santa Monica to Montecito by bus (Flixbus), tram, train, 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.

Line 33 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from 2nd / Santa Monica to Patsaouras Transit Plaza33
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Santa Barbara Bus StopFlixBus 2005
4h 35m
$38–71
Drive 80.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Santa Monica to Montecito80.8 mi
1h 41m
$15–22
Tram, train
1. Take the tram from Downtown Santa Monica Station to 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E LinesMetro E Line
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Santa BarbaraPacific Surfliner / ...
4h 40m
$53–148

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Santa Monica to Montecito.

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Distance: 122.8 mi
Duration: 4h 35m

What companies run services between Santa Monica, CA, USA and Montecito, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from 2nd / Santa Monica to Montecito via Los Angeles Union Station and Santa Barbara Bus Stop in around 4h 35m.

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