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

The cheapest way to get from Taft to Santa Barbara is to drive which costs $19 - $29 and takes 2h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Taft to Santa Barbara is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs $19 - $29.

Is there a direct bus between Taft and Santa Barbara?

No, there is no direct bus from Taft to Santa Barbara. However, there are services departing from Taft Transit Center and arriving at Santa Barbara via Bakersfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

How far is it from Taft to Santa Barbara?

The distance between Taft and Santa Barbara is 196 miles. The road distance is 108.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Taft to Santa Barbara without a car is to bus which takes 5h 39m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 39m to get from Taft to Santa Barbara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Taft to Santa Barbara bus from?

Taft to Santa Barbara bus services, operated by Kern Transit, depart from Taft Transit Center station.

Where does the Taft to Santa Barbara bus arrive?

Taft to Santa Barbara bus services, operated by Kern Transit, arrive at Bakersfield Amtrak station.

Can I drive from Taft to Santa Barbara?

Yes, the driving distance between Taft to Santa Barbara is 109 miles. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Taft to Santa Barbara.

Where can I stay near Santa Barbara?

There are 308+ hotels available in Santa Barbara.

Taft to Santa Barbara - 2 ways to travel via bus, and car

There are 2 ways to get from Taft to Santa Barbara by bus (Amtrak) 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Taft Transit Center to Bakersfield Amtrak120
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Santa BarbaraAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 39m
Drive 108.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Taft to Santa Barbara108.3 mi
2h 17m
$20–29

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 194.6 mi
Duration: 5h 39m

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

You can take a bus from Taft Transit Center to Santa Barbara via Bakersfield in around 5h 39m.

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