What is the cheapest way to get from Bakersfield, CA to Santa Barbara?

The cheapest way to get from Bakersfield, CA to Santa Barbara is to drive which costs $26 - $40 and takes 2h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bakersfield, CA to Santa Barbara?

The fastest way to get from Bakersfield, CA to Santa Barbara is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Bakersfield, CA and Santa Barbara?

No, there is no direct bus from Bakersfield, CA to Santa Barbara. However, there are services departing from Niles & Orange and arriving at Santa Barbara via Bakersfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.

How far is it from Bakersfield, CA to Santa Barbara?

The distance between Bakersfield, CA and Santa Barbara is 183 miles. The road distance is 147.4 miles.

How do I travel from Bakersfield, CA to Santa Barbara without a car?

The best way to get from Bakersfield, CA to Santa Barbara without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 2m and costs $40 - $85.

How long does it take to get from Bakersfield, CA to Santa Barbara?

It takes approximately 5h 2m to get from Bakersfield, CA to Santa Barbara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bakersfield, CA to Santa Barbara bus from?

Bakersfield, CA to Santa Barbara bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Bakersfield station.

Where does the Bakersfield, CA to Santa Barbara bus arrive?

Bakersfield, CA to Santa Barbara bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Santa Barbara station.

Can I drive from Bakersfield, CA to Santa Barbara?

Yes, the driving distance between Bakersfield, CA to Santa Barbara is 147 miles. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Bakersfield, CA to Santa Barbara.

Where can I stay near Santa Barbara?

There are 273+ hotels available in Santa Barbara.

Bakersfield, CA to Santa Barbara - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to San Fernandobus San José
2. Take the train from Van Nuys to Santa Barbaratrain Pacific Surfliner / ...
5h 2m
$40–82
Drive 146.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bakersfield, CA to Santa Barbaracar 146.6 mi
2h 40m
$27–39
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Santa Barbarabus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 3m
$50–77

Bakersfield, CA to Santa Barbara by foot, bus, and train

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5h 2mAverage Duration

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Distance: 181.6 mi
Duration: 5h 2m

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

Amtrak operates a bus from Bakersfield to Santa Barbara once daily. Tickets cost $50–75 and the journey takes 3h 25m.

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