What is the cheapest way to get from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Santa Barbara?

The cheapest way to get from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Santa Barbara is to line 30 bus and bus which costs $7 - $9 and takes 2h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Santa Barbara?

The fastest way to get from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Santa Barbara is to drive which takes 1h 12m and costs $11 - $17.

Is there a direct bus between Vandenberg Space Force Base and Santa Barbara?

No, there is no direct bus from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Santa Barbara. However, there are services departing from Vandenberg Air Force Base and arriving at Anacapa at Ortega via Lompoc. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

How far is it from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Santa Barbara?

The distance between Vandenberg Space Force Base and Santa Barbara is 84 miles. The road distance is 63.4 miles.

Where do I catch the Vandenberg Space Force Base to Santa Barbara bus from?

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

Where does the Vandenberg Space Force Base to Santa Barbara bus arrive?

Vandenberg Space Force Base to Santa Barbara bus services, operated by Santa Maria Area Transit, arrive at Lompoc Transit Hub station.

Can I drive from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Santa Barbara?

Yes, the driving distance between Vandenberg Space Force Base to Santa Barbara is 63 miles. It takes approximately 1h 12m to drive from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Santa Barbara.

Where can I stay near Santa Barbara?

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Vandenberg Space Force Base to Santa Barbara

Q: How do I travel from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Santa Barbara without a car?

The best way to get from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Santa Barbara without a car is to taxi and train which takes 1h 52m and costs $19 - $80.

Q: How long does it take to get from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Santa Barbara?

It takes approximately 1h 52m to get from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Santa Barbara, including transfers.

There are 4 ways to get from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Santa Barbara by taxi, train, bus, or car

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Taxi, train
best
1. Take the taxi from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Lompoc-Surf Station
2. Take the train from Lompoc-Surf Station to Santa BarbaraPacific Surfliner
1h 52m
$19–78
Line 30 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Vandenberg Air Force Base to Lompoc Transit Hub30
2. Take the bus from Lompoc to Anacapa at OrtegaLompoc
2h 42m
$8–9
Drive 63 mi
1. Drive from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Santa Barbara63 mi
1h 12m
$12–17
Line 30 bus, bus via Santa Barbara Transit Center
1. Take the bus from Vandenberg Air Force Base to Lompoc Transit Hub30
2. Take the bus from Cypress Ave and I St to Santa Barbara Transit CenterSanta Barbara Service
2h 52m

Vandenberg Space Force Base to Santa Barbara by bus

10Weekly Buses

2h 42mAverage Duration

$8Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Santa Barbara.

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Distance: 83.4 mi
Duration: 1h 52m

What companies run services between Vandenberg Space Force Base, CA, USA and Santa Barbara, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Vandenberg Air Force Base to Anacapa at Ortega via Lompoc Transit Hub and Lompoc in around 2h 42m.

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