What is the cheapest way to get from UCSB Bus Loop to Santa Monica?

The cheapest way to get from UCSB Bus Loop to Santa Monica is to drive which costs $17 - $25 and takes 1h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from UCSB Bus Loop to Santa Monica?

The fastest way to get from UCSB Bus Loop to Santa Monica is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs $17 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between UCSB Bus Loop and Santa Monica?

No, there is no direct bus from UCSB Bus Loop to Santa Monica. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara Airport and arriving at 4Th Nb & Santa Monica Ns via LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop, LAX Terminal 6 Lower Level and LAX/Metro Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

Is there a direct train between UCSB Bus Loop and Santa Monica?

No, there is no direct train from UCSB Bus Loop station to Santa Monica station. However, there are services departing from Goleta Station and arriving at Downtown Santa Monica Station via Union Station - Metro B & D Lines and 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Lines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

How far is it from UCSB Bus Loop to Santa Monica?

The distance between UCSB Bus Loop and Santa Monica is 133 miles. The road distance is 94.8 miles.

How do I travel from UCSB Bus Loop to Santa Monica without a car?

The best way to get from UCSB Bus Loop to Santa Monica without a car is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs $50 - $100.

How long does it take to get from UCSB Bus Loop to Santa Monica?

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from UCSB Bus Loop to Santa Monica, including transfers.

Where do I catch the UCSB Bus Loop to Santa Monica bus from?

UCSB Bus Loop to Santa Monica bus services, operated by Central Coast Shuttle, depart from Santa Barbara Airport station.

Where do I catch the UCSB Bus Loop to Santa Monica train from?

UCSB Bus Loop to Santa Monica train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Goleta Station.

Train or bus from UCSB Bus Loop to Santa Monica?

The best way to get from UCSB Bus Loop to Santa Monica is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs $50 - $100. Alternatively, you can bus and line 3 bus, which costs $70 - $90 and takes 5h 10m.

Where does the UCSB Bus Loop to Santa Monica bus arrive?

UCSB Bus Loop to Santa Monica bus services, operated by Central Coast Shuttle, arrive at Los Angeles Airport, CA station.

Where does the UCSB Bus Loop to Santa Monica train arrive?

UCSB Bus Loop to Santa Monica train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from UCSB Bus Loop to Santa Monica?

Yes, the driving distance between UCSB Bus Loop to Santa Monica is 95 miles. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from UCSB Bus Loop to Santa Monica.

Where can I stay near Santa Monica?

There are 2481+ hotels available in Santa Monica.

UCSB Bus Loop to Santa Monica - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 3 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from UCSB Bus Loop to Santa Monica by train (Amtrak), bus, car, plane, tram, or train

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Goleta Station to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
4h 16m
$53–96
Drive 94.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from UCSB Bus Loop to Santa Monicacar 94.3 mi
1h 56m
$18–25
Bus, line 3 bus
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Airport to Los Angeles Airport, CAbus
2. Take the bus from LAX/Metro Transit Center to 4Th Nb & Santa Monica Nsbus 3
5h 10m
$72–86
Fly, tram
1. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane SBA - LAX
2. Take the tram from LAX / Metro Transit Center to Expo / Crenshaw K-Line Stationtram
3. Take the tram from Expo / Crenshaw E-Line Station to Downtown Santa Monica Stationtram
2h 53m
$26–185
Train, line 761 bus
1. Take the train from Santa Barbara to Van Nuystrain Pacific Surfliner / ...
2. Take the bus from Van Nuys / Keswick to Westwood / Weyburnbus 761 / ...
6h 17m
$30–62

UCSB Bus Loop to Santa Monica by bus and train

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Distance: 132.6 mi
Duration: 4h 16m

What companies run services between UCSB Bus Loop, CA, USA and Santa Monica, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Goleta Station to Los Angeles every 4 hours. Tickets cost $35–75 and the journey takes 3h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from UCSB Bus Loop to 4Th Nb & Santa Monica Ns via Santa Barbara Airport, Los Angeles Airport, CA, LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop, LAX Terminal 7 Shared Rides Stop, LAX Terminal 6 Lower Level, Metro Transit Center Bay 2, and LAX/Metro Transit Center in around 5h 10m.

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