What is the cheapest way to get from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Los Angeles?

The cheapest way to get from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Los Angeles is to drive which costs $28 - $45 and takes 2h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Los Angeles?

The fastest way to get from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Los Angeles is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Vandenberg Space Force Base and Los Angeles?

No, there is no direct bus from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Los Angeles station. However, there are services departing from Vandenberg Air Force Base and arriving at Los Angeles Union Station Arrivals via Transit Center and Santa Maria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.

How far is it from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Los Angeles?

The distance between Vandenberg Space Force Base and Los Angeles is 187 miles. The road distance is 158.6 miles.

How do I travel from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Los Angeles without a car?

The best way to get from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Los Angeles without a car is to train which takes 4h 51m and costs $45 - $60.

How long does it take to get from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Los Angeles?

It takes approximately 4h 51m to get from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Los Angeles, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vandenberg Space Force Base to Los Angeles bus from?

Vandenberg Space Force Base to Los Angeles bus services, operated by Santa Maria Area Transit, depart from Vandenberg Air Force Base station.

Train or bus from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Los Angeles?

The best way to get from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Los Angeles is to train which takes 4h 51m and costs $45 - $60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $90 and takes 5h 48m.

Where does the Vandenberg Space Force Base to Los Angeles bus arrive?

Vandenberg Space Force Base to Los Angeles bus services, operated by Santa Maria Area Transit, arrive at Transit Center station.

Can I drive from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Los Angeles?

Yes, the driving distance between Vandenberg Space Force Base to Los Angeles is 159 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Los Angeles.

Where can I stay near Los Angeles?

There are 3429+ hotels available in Los Angeles.

Vandenberg Space Force Base to Los Angeles - 4 ways to travel via train

There are 4 ways to get from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Los Angeles by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), 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.

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Lompoc-Surf Station to Los AngelesPacific Surfliner
4h 51m
$46–58
Drive 157.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Los Angeles157.7 mi
2h 50m
$29–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Vandenberg Air Force Base to Transit Center30
2. Take the bus from Santa Maria to Los Angeles Union Station ArrivalsFlixBus 2005
5h 48m
$43–89
Bus via Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
1. Take the bus from Santa Maria Airport, CA to Los Angeles Airport, CA
6h 30m
$98–116

Vandenberg Space Force Base to Los Angeles by bus

4Weekly Buses

5h 48mAverage Duration

$43Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Los Angeles.

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Distance: 186.3 mi
Duration: 4h 51m

What companies run services between Vandenberg Space Force Base, CA, USA and Los Angeles, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Lompoc-Surf Station to Los Angeles twice daily. Tickets cost $35–45 and the journey takes 4h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Vandenberg Air Force Base to Los Angeles Union Station Arrivals via Transit Center, Cypress at N Nicholson, and Santa Maria in around 5h 48m.

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