What is the cheapest way to get from Sunnyvale to Santa Barbara?

The cheapest way to get from Sunnyvale to Santa Barbara is to bus which costs $40 - $90 and takes 8h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sunnyvale to Santa Barbara?

The fastest way to get from Sunnyvale to Santa Barbara is to Caltrain and fly which takes 4h 14m and costs $45 - $290.

Is there a direct train between Sunnyvale and Santa Barbara?

No, there is no direct train from Sunnyvale to Santa Barbara. However, there are services departing from Sunnyvale Caltrain Southbound and arriving at Santa Barbara via San Jose. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h.

How far is it from Sunnyvale to Santa Barbara?

The distance between Sunnyvale and Santa Barbara is 301 miles. The road distance is 286.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sunnyvale to Santa Barbara without a car is to bus which takes 8h 19m and costs $40 - $90.

How long does it take to get from Sunnyvale to Santa Barbara?

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Sunnyvale to Santa Barbara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sunnyvale to Santa Barbara train from?

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

Train or bus from Sunnyvale to Santa Barbara?

The best way to get from Sunnyvale to Santa Barbara is to bus which takes 8h 19m and costs $40 - $90. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $55 - $130 and takes 9h.

Where does the Sunnyvale to Santa Barbara train arrive?

Sunnyvale to Santa Barbara train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Santa Barbara station.

Can I drive from Sunnyvale to Santa Barbara?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunnyvale to Santa Barbara is 286 miles. It takes approximately 5h 14m to drive from Sunnyvale to Santa Barbara.

Where can I stay near Santa Barbara?

There are 303+ hotels available in Santa Barbara.

Sunnyvale to Santa Barbara - 5 ways to travel via train, Caltrain, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Sunnyvale to Santa Barbara by train, plane, bus (Amtrak, Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, 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, fly
best
1. Take the train from Sunnyvale Caltrain Northbound to Millbrae Caltrain Northboundtrain
2. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)plane SFO - SBA
4h 14m
$50–290
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from San Jose to Santa Barbarabus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
8h 19m
$44–90
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from San Jose to Santa Barbaratrain Coast Starlight
9h
$59–125
Drive 284.8 mi
1. Drive from Sunnyvale to Santa Barbaracar 284.8 mi
5h 14m
$52–76
Caltrain, bus
1. Take the train from Sunnyvale Caltrain Northbound to San Francisco Caltrain Northboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
2. Take the bus from San Francisco to Santa Barbara Bus Stopbus FlixBus 2005
8h 24m
$48–95

Sunnyvale to Santa Barbara by train and bus

25Weekly Services

8h 19mAverage Duration

$44Cheapest Price

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Distance: 298.9 mi
Duration: 4h 14m

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

Amtrak operates a bus from San Jose to Santa Barbara 3 times a day, and the journey takes 7h 5m. Flixbus USA also services this route 4 times a week. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from San Jose to Santa Barbara once daily. Tickets cost $55–120 and the journey takes 7h 46m.

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