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Trip Overview

The average bus between Isla Vista and Los Angeles takes 4h 44m and the fastest bus takes 3h 49m. The bus service runs several times per day from Isla Vista to Los Angeles. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 44m
Duration
124 mi
Distance
$95
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Isla Vista to Los Angeles bus times

Buses run every 4 hours between Isla Vista and Los Angeles. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Isla Vista is at 10:35 PM which arrives into Los Angeles at 7:45 AM. All services require a transfer at Santa Barbara Airport and take an average of 4h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Santa Barbara MTDCentral Coast ShuttleLAX FlyAway4h 49m • 2 changes
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    Santa Barbara MTDCentral Coast ShuttleLAX FlyAway3h 49m • 2 changes
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    Santa Barbara MTDCentral Coast ShuttleLAX FlyAway9h 24m • 2 changes

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Santa Barbara MTDCentral Coast ShuttleLAX FlyAway3h 49m • 2 changes
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    Santa Barbara MTDCentral Coast ShuttleLAX FlyAway3h 49m • 2 changes
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    Santa Barbara MTDCentral Coast ShuttleLAX FlyAway3h 49m • 2 changes
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    Santa Barbara MTDCentral Coast ShuttleLAX FlyAway3h 49m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Santa Barbara MTDCentral Coast ShuttleLAX FlyAway3h 49m • 2 changes
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    Santa Barbara MTDCentral Coast ShuttleLAX FlyAway3h 49m • 2 changes
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    Santa Barbara MTDCentral Coast ShuttleLAX FlyAway3h 49m • 2 changes
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    Santa Barbara MTDCentral Coast ShuttleLAX FlyAway3h 49m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Santa Barbara MTDCentral Coast ShuttleLAX FlyAway3h 49m • 2 changes
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    Santa Barbara MTDCentral Coast ShuttleLAX FlyAway3h 49m • 2 changes
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    Santa Barbara MTDCentral Coast ShuttleLAX FlyAway3h 49m • 2 changes
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    Santa Barbara MTDCentral Coast ShuttleLAX FlyAway4h 49m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Santa Barbara MTDCentral Coast ShuttleLAX FlyAway3h 49m • 2 changes
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    Santa Barbara MTDCentral Coast ShuttleLAX FlyAway3h 49m • 2 changes
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    Santa Barbara MTDCentral Coast ShuttleLAX FlyAway3h 49m • 2 changes
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    Santa Barbara MTDCentral Coast ShuttleLAX FlyAway4h 49m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Santa Barbara MTDCentral Coast ShuttleLAX FlyAway3h 49m • 2 changes
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    Santa Barbara MTDCentral Coast ShuttleLAX FlyAway3h 49m • 2 changes
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    Santa Barbara MTDCentral Coast ShuttleLAX FlyAway3h 49m • 2 changes
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    Santa Barbara MTDCentral Coast ShuttleLAX FlyAway3h 49m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Santa Barbara MTDCentral Coast ShuttleLAX FlyAway3h 49m • 2 changes
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    Santa Barbara MTDCentral Coast ShuttleLAX FlyAway3h 49m • 2 changes
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    Santa Barbara MTDCentral Coast ShuttleLAX FlyAway3h 49m • 2 changes
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    Santa Barbara MTDCentral Coast ShuttleLAX FlyAway3h 49m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Isla Vista to Los Angeles? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Isla Vista to Los Angeles.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 124 mi
  • Duration: 4h 44m

What companies run services between Isla Vista, CA, USA and Los Angeles, CA, USA?

Central Coast Shuttle operates a bus from Santa Barbara Airport to Los Angeles Airport, CA every 4 hours. Tickets cost $70–85 and the journey takes 2h 32m.

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