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Trip Overview

The average bus between Van Nuys and Isla Vista takes 4h 53m and the fastest bus takes 3h 49m. The bus service runs several times per day from Van Nuys to Isla Vista. 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 53m
Duration
131 mi
Distance
$95
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Van Nuys to Isla Vista bus times

Buses run every 4 hours between Van Nuys and Isla Vista. The earliest departure is at 7:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Van Nuys is at 9:00 PM which arrives into Isla Vista at 7:00 AM. All services require a transfer at Los Angeles Airport, CA and take an average of 4h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    LAX FlyAwayCentral Coast ShuttleSanta Barbara MTD4h 9m • 2 changes
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    LAX FlyAwayCentral Coast ShuttleSanta Barbara MTD3h 49m • 2 changes
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    LAX FlyAwayCentral Coast ShuttleSanta Barbara MTD10h • 2 changes

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    LAX FlyAwayCentral Coast ShuttleSanta Barbara MTD4h 10m • 2 changes
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    LAX FlyAwayCentral Coast ShuttleSanta Barbara MTD4h 10m • 2 changes
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    LAX FlyAwayCentral Coast ShuttleSanta Barbara MTD4h 10m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    LAX FlyAwayCentral Coast ShuttleSanta Barbara MTD4h 10m • 2 changes
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    LAX FlyAwayCentral Coast ShuttleSanta Barbara MTD4h 10m • 2 changes
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    LAX FlyAwayCentral Coast ShuttleSanta Barbara MTD4h 10m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    LAX FlyAwayCentral Coast ShuttleSanta Barbara MTD4h 10m • 2 changes
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    LAX FlyAwayCentral Coast ShuttleSanta Barbara MTD4h 10m • 2 changes
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    LAX FlyAwayCentral Coast ShuttleSanta Barbara MTD4h 10m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    LAX FlyAwayCentral Coast ShuttleSanta Barbara MTD4h 10m • 2 changes
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    LAX FlyAwayCentral Coast ShuttleSanta Barbara MTD4h 10m • 2 changes
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    LAX FlyAwayCentral Coast ShuttleSanta Barbara MTD4h 10m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    LAX FlyAwayCentral Coast ShuttleSanta Barbara MTD4h 10m • 2 changes
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    LAX FlyAwayCentral Coast ShuttleSanta Barbara MTD4h 10m • 2 changes
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    LAX FlyAwayCentral Coast ShuttleSanta Barbara MTD4h 10m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    LAX FlyAwayCentral Coast ShuttleSanta Barbara MTD4h 10m • 2 changes
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    LAX FlyAwayCentral Coast ShuttleSanta Barbara MTD4h 10m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Van Nuys to Isla Vista? 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 Van Nuys to Isla Vista.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 131.1 mi
  • Duration: 4h 53m

What companies run services between Van Nuys, CA, USA and Isla Vista, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Van Nuys FlyAway Terminal - 7610 Woodley Ave to El Colegio & Los Carneros via Los Angeles Airport, CA and Santa Barbara Airport in around 4h 55m.

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