What is the cheapest way to get from Avila Beach to Santa Barbara?

The cheapest way to get from Avila Beach to Santa Barbara is to drive which costs $16 - $24 and takes 1h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Avila Beach to Santa Barbara?

The fastest way to get from Avila Beach to Santa Barbara is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs $16 - $24.

Is there a direct bus between Avila Beach and Santa Barbara?

No, there is no direct bus from Avila Beach to Santa Barbara. However, there are services departing from San Luis Obispo and arriving at Santa Barbara via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Avila Beach and Santa Barbara?

No, there is no direct train from Avila Beach to Santa Barbara. However, there are services departing from San Luis Obispo and arriving at Santa Barbara via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.

How far is it from Avila Beach to Santa Barbara?

The distance between Avila Beach and Santa Barbara is 129 miles. The road distance is 89 miles.

How do I travel from Avila Beach to Santa Barbara without a car?

The best way to get from Avila Beach to Santa Barbara without a car is to train which takes 2h 53m and costs $70 - $130.

How long does it take to get from Avila Beach to Santa Barbara?

It takes approximately 2h 53m to get from Avila Beach to Santa Barbara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Avila Beach to Santa Barbara bus from?

Avila Beach to Santa Barbara bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Luis Obispo station.

Where do I catch the Avila Beach to Santa Barbara train from?

Avila Beach to Santa Barbara train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Luis Obispo station.

Train or bus from Avila Beach to Santa Barbara?

The best way to get from Avila Beach to Santa Barbara is to train which takes 2h 53m and costs $70 - $130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $75 - $110 and takes 3h 2m.

Where does the Avila Beach to Santa Barbara bus arrive?

Avila Beach to Santa Barbara bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Santa Barbara station.

Where does the Avila Beach to Santa Barbara train arrive?

Avila Beach to Santa Barbara train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Santa Barbara station.

Can I drive from Avila Beach to Santa Barbara?

Yes, the driving distance between Avila Beach to Santa Barbara is 89 miles. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Avila Beach to Santa Barbara.

Where can I stay near Santa Barbara?

There are 275+ hotels available in Santa Barbara.

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There are 3 ways to get from Avila Beach to Santa Barbara by train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak), or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from San Luis Obispo to Santa Barbaratrain Pacific Surfliner / ...
2h 53m
$71–123
Drive 88.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Avila Beach to Santa Barbaracar 88.5 mi
1h 42m
$17–24
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from San Luis Obispo to Santa Barbarabus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
3h 2m
$76–103

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Distance: 128.5 mi
Duration: 2h 53m

What companies run services between Avila Beach, CA, USA and Santa Barbara, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from San Luis Obispo to Santa Barbara 4 times a day. Tickets cost $35–80 and the journey takes 2h 41m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a bus from San Luis Obispo to Santa Barbara 3 times a day. Tickets cost $40–60 and the journey takes 2h 50m.

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