What is the cheapest way to get from UCSB Bus Loop to San Diego?

The cheapest way to get from UCSB Bus Loop to San Diego is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 3h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from UCSB Bus Loop to San Diego?

The fastest way to get from UCSB Bus Loop to San Diego is to fly which takes 2h 36m and costs $45 - $340.

Is there a direct bus between UCSB Bus Loop and San Diego?

No, there is no direct bus from UCSB Bus Loop to San Diego. However, there are services departing from Isla Vista and arriving at San Diego via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from UCSB Bus Loop to San Diego?

The distance between UCSB Bus Loop and San Diego is 200 miles. The road distance is 226.5 miles.

How do I travel from UCSB Bus Loop to San Diego without a car?

The best way to get from UCSB Bus Loop to San Diego without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 44m and costs $55 - $90.

How long does it take to get from UCSB Bus Loop to San Diego?

It takes approximately 2h 36m to get from UCSB Bus Loop to San Diego, including transfers.

Where do I catch the UCSB Bus Loop to San Diego bus from?

UCSB Bus Loop to San Diego bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Isla Vista station.

Train, bus or fly from UCSB Bus Loop to San Diego?

The best way to get from UCSB Bus Loop to San Diego is to fly which takes 2h 36m and costs $45 - $340. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 50m, you could also train, which costs $60 - $80 and takes 6h 40m.

Where does the UCSB Bus Loop to San Diego bus arrive?

UCSB Bus Loop to San Diego bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station Arrivals.

Can I drive from UCSB Bus Loop to San Diego?

Yes, the driving distance between UCSB Bus Loop to San Diego is 226 miles. It takes approximately 3h 57m to drive from UCSB Bus Loop to San Diego.

Where can I stay near San Diego?

There are 2115+ hotels available in San Diego.

UCSB Bus Loop to San Diego - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from UCSB Bus Loop to San Diego by plane, bus, train, bus (Flixbus, Amtrak), car, or train (Amtrak)

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

Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport
best
1. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)SBA - SAN
2h 36m
$48–337
Drive 225.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from UCSB Bus Loop to San Diego225.2 mi
3h 57m
$42–60
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Isla Vista to Los Angeles Union Station ArrivalsFlixBus 2005
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to San DiegoPacific Surfliner
5h 44m
$59–87
Bus
1. Take the bus from Isla Vista to Los Angeles Union Station ArrivalsFlixBus 2005
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles to San DiegoAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 50m
Bus to Los Angeles International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Airport to Los Angeles Airport, CA
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)LAX - SAN
5h 57m
$148–402
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Goleta Amtrak to San DiegoPacific Surfliner
6h 40m
$64–77
Bus via Los Angeles Airport (LAX)
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Airport to Los Angeles Airport, CA
2. Take the bus from LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop to San DiegoreLAXsan
7h 36m
$126–197

UCSB Bus Loop to San Diego by bus and train

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5h 44mAverage Duration

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Distance: 198.7 mi
Duration: 2h 36m

What companies run services between UCSB Bus Loop, CA, USA and San Diego, CA, USA?

Alaska Airlines, Inc. flies from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Isla Vista to San Diego via Los Angeles Union Station Arrivals and Los Angeles in around 5h 50m.

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