What is the cheapest way to get from Sunnyvale to Goleta?

The cheapest way to get from Sunnyvale to Goleta is to drive which costs $50 - $75 and takes 5h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sunnyvale to Goleta?

The fastest way to get from Sunnyvale to Goleta is to Caltrain and fly which takes 2h 58m and costs $50 - $280.

Is there a direct train between Sunnyvale and Goleta?

No, there is no direct train from Sunnyvale to Goleta station. However, there are services departing from Sunnyvale Caltrain Southbound and arriving at Goleta Station via San Jose and San Luis Obispo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 28m.

How far is it from Sunnyvale to Goleta?

The distance between Sunnyvale and Goleta is 291 miles. The road distance is 282.7 miles.

How do I travel from Sunnyvale to Goleta without a car?

The best way to get from Sunnyvale to Goleta without a car is to bus which takes 8h 5m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Sunnyvale to Goleta?

It takes approximately 2h 58m to get from Sunnyvale to Goleta, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sunnyvale to Goleta train from?

Sunnyvale to Goleta train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Jose station.

Train or bus from Sunnyvale to Goleta?

The best way to get from Sunnyvale to Goleta is to bus which takes 8h 5m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $90 - $330 and takes 9h 28m.

Where does the Sunnyvale to Goleta train arrive?

Sunnyvale to Goleta train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Luis Obispo station.

Can I drive from Sunnyvale to Goleta?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunnyvale to Goleta is 283 miles. It takes approximately 5h 11m to drive from Sunnyvale to Goleta.

Where can I stay near Goleta?

There are 261+ hotels available in Goleta.

Sunnyvale to Goleta - 6 ways to travel via train, Caltrain, plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Sunnyvale to Goleta by train, plane, bus (Amtrak), train (Amtrak), car, shuttle, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Caltrain to San Francisco International Airport, fly
best
1. Take the train from Sunnyvale Caltrain Northbound to Millbrae Caltrain Northbound
2. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)SFO - SBA
2h 58m
$54–278
Shuttle, bus
cheapest
1. Take a shuttle bus from 1642 Story Rd - San Jose to Santa MariaSan Jose
2. Take the bus from Santa Maria Transit Center to Hollister at KelloggMidday
9h 6m
$50–74
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from San Jose to Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus StopAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
8h 5m
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from San Jose to San Luis ObispoCoast Starlight
2. Take the train from San Luis Obispo to Goleta StationPacific Surfliner
9h 28m
$94–330
Drive 281.1 mi
1. Drive from Sunnyvale to Goleta281.1 mi
5h 11m
$52–75
Train to Oakland International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Santa Clara Amtrak to Oakland Coliseum/Airport Amtrak
2. Fly from Oakland International Airport (OAK) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)OAK - SBA
4h 22m
$59–313

San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) flights

46Weekly Planes

1h 15mAverage Duration

$40Cheapest Price

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Distance: 289.5 mi
Duration: 2h 58m

What companies run services between Sunnyvale, CA, USA and Goleta, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a bus from San Jose to Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop 3 times a day, and the journey takes 6h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Sunnyvale Caltrain Southbound to Goleta Station via San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southbound, San Jose, and San Luis Obispo in around 9h 28m.

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