What is the cheapest way to get from Balboa Island to Santa Barbara?

The cheapest way to get from Balboa Island to Santa Barbara is to drive which costs $24 - $40 and takes 2h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Balboa Island to Santa Barbara?

The fastest way to get from Balboa Island to Santa Barbara is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs $24 - $40.

Is there a direct train between Balboa Island and Santa Barbara?

No, there is no direct train from Balboa Island to Santa Barbara. However, there are services departing from Santa Ana and arriving at Santa Barbara via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.

How far is it from Balboa Island to Santa Barbara?

The distance between Balboa Island and Santa Barbara is 150 miles. The road distance is 137.1 miles.

How do I travel from Balboa Island to Santa Barbara without a car?

The best way to get from Balboa Island to Santa Barbara without a car is to train which takes 4h 10m and costs $90 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Balboa Island to Santa Barbara?

It takes approximately 4h 10m to get from Balboa Island to Santa Barbara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balboa Island to Santa Barbara train from?

Balboa Island to Santa Barbara train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Santa Ana station.

Where does the Balboa Island to Santa Barbara train arrive?

Balboa Island to Santa Barbara train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Santa Barbara station.

Can I drive from Balboa Island to Santa Barbara?

Yes, the driving distance between Balboa Island to Santa Barbara is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Balboa Island to Santa Barbara.

Where can I stay near Santa Barbara?

There are 275+ hotels available in Santa Barbara.

Balboa Island to Santa Barbara - 3 ways to travel via train, tram, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Balboa Island to Santa Barbara by train (Amtrak), tram, bus, or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Santa Ana to Santa Barbaratrain Pacific Surfliner
4h 10m
$92–145
Drive 136.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Balboa Island to Santa Barbaracar 136.3 mi
2h 30m
$25–36
Tram, bus
1. Take the tram from Downtown Long Beach Station to Union Station - Metro A-Linetram Metro A Line
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles to Santa Barbarabus Ans 6238
6h 21m
$36–56

Balboa Island to Santa Barbara by bus and tram

2Weekly Services

6h 21mAverage Duration

$36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 149.4 mi
Duration: 4h 10m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Santa Ana to Santa Barbara 5 times a day. Tickets cost $45–90 and the journey takes 3h 52m.

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