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

The cheapest way to get from Tucson to Goleta is to train which costs $70 - $210 and takes 13h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tucson to Goleta is to shuttle and fly which takes 5h 3m and costs $190 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Tucson and Goleta?

No, there is no direct bus from Tucson to Goleta. However, there are services departing from Tucson and arriving at Hollister & Pine via Los Angeles Union Station and UCSB North Hall Inbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Tucson and Goleta?

No, there is no direct train from Tucson station to Goleta. However, there are services departing from Tucson Amtrak Station and arriving at Goleta Amtrak via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 9m.

How far is it from Tucson to Goleta?

The distance between Tucson and Goleta is 553 miles. The road distance is 592.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tucson to Goleta without a car is to bus which takes 12h 46m and costs $75 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 58m to get from Tucson to Goleta, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tucson to Goleta bus from?

Tucson to Goleta bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Tucson station.

Where do I catch the Tucson to Goleta train from?

Tucson to Goleta train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Tucson Amtrak Station.

Train, bus or fly from Tucson to Goleta?

The best way to get from Tucson to Goleta is to fly which takes 5h 58m and costs $100 - $600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $75 - $160 and takes 12h 46m, you could also train, which costs $70 - $210 and takes 13h 9m.

Where does the Tucson to Goleta bus arrive?

Tucson to Goleta bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station.

What is the time difference between Tucson and Goleta?

Goleta is 1h behind Tucson. It is currently 8:44 PM in Tucson and 7:44 PM in Goleta.

Where does the Tucson to Goleta train arrive?

Tucson to Goleta train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Tucson to Goleta?

Yes, the driving distance between Tucson to Goleta is 592 miles. It takes approximately 9h 34m to drive from Tucson to Goleta.

How do I get a train ticket from Tucson to Goleta?

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Where can I stay near Goleta?

There are 247+ hotels available in Goleta.

Tucson to Goleta - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and shuttle

There are 8 ways to get from Tucson to Goleta by plane, bus (Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, shuttle, 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.

Fly Tucson to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport
best
1. Fly from Tucson (TUS) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)TUS - SBA
5h 58m
$101–602
Train (Amtrak)
cheapest
1. Take the train from Tucson Amtrak Station to Los AngelesTexas Eagle / ...
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Goleta AmtrakPacific Surfliner
13h 9m
$72–204
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Tucson to Los Angeles Union StationFlixBus 2054
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Isla VistaFlixBus 2005
12h 46m
$76–152
Drive 588.9 mi
1. Drive from Tucson to Goleta588.9 mi
9h 34m
$108–156
Shuttle to Phoenix, fly to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport
1. Take a shuttle bus from Tucson Amtrak Station to Sky Harbor International Airport
2. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)PHX - SBA
5h 3m
$196–527
Fly Tucson to Los Angeles International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Tucson (TUS) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)TUS - LAX
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Airport, CA to Santa Barbara Airport
6h 49m
$135–495
Fly Tucson to Santa Maria Airport, bus
1. Fly from Tucson (TUS) to Santa Maria Airport (SMX)TUS - SMX
2. Take the bus from Santa Maria Airport, CA to Santa Barbara Airport
7h 44m
$160–675
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Tucson to Los Angeles - PacoimaNogales
2. Take the train from Van Nuys to Goleta AmtrakPacific Surfliner
17h 37m
$84–182

Tucson to Goleta by bus (Flixbus)

4Weekly Buses

12h 46mAverage Duration

$76Cheapest Price

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Distance: 549.7 mi
Duration: 5h 58m

What companies run services between Tucson, AZ, USA and Goleta, CA, USA?

American Airlines, Southwest Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Tucson (TUS) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tucson to Hollister & Pine via Los Angeles Union Station, Isla Vista, and UCSB North Hall Inbound in around 12h 46m.

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