What is the cheapest way to get from Cambria to Santa Barbara?

The cheapest way to get from Cambria to Santa Barbara is to bus which costs $11 - $14 and takes 6h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cambria to Santa Barbara?

The fastest way to get from Cambria to Santa Barbara is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Cambria and Santa Barbara?

No, there is no direct bus from Cambria to Santa Barbara. However, there are services departing from Burton & Main and arriving at Chapala at Figueroa via Morro Bay Park, Government Center and Santa Maria Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Cambria and Santa Barbara?

No, there is no direct train from Cambria to Santa Barbara. However, there are services departing from San Luis Obispo and arriving at Santa Barbara via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.

How far is it from Cambria to Santa Barbara?

The distance between Cambria and Santa Barbara is 156 miles. The road distance is 125 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cambria to Santa Barbara without a car is to train which takes 6h 31m and costs $35 - $90.

How long does it take to get from Cambria to Santa Barbara?

It takes approximately 6h 31m to get from Cambria to Santa Barbara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cambria to Santa Barbara bus from?

Cambria to Santa Barbara bus services, operated by San Luis Obispo RTA, depart from Government Center station.

Where do I catch the Cambria to Santa Barbara train from?

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

Train or bus from Cambria to Santa Barbara?

The best way to get from Cambria to Santa Barbara is to train which takes 6h 31m and costs $35 - $90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $11 - $14 and takes 6h 37m.

Where does the Cambria to Santa Barbara bus arrive?

Cambria to Santa Barbara bus services, operated by San Luis Obispo RTA, arrive at Santa Maria Transit Center station.

Where does the Cambria to Santa Barbara train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cambria to Santa Barbara?

Yes, the driving distance between Cambria to Santa Barbara is 125 miles. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Cambria to Santa Barbara.

Where can I stay near Santa Barbara?

There are 324+ hotels available in Santa Barbara.

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from San Luis Obispo to Santa Barbaratrain Pacific Surfliner / ...
6h 31m
$39–86
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Government Center to Santa Maria Transit Centerbus 10S
2. Take the bus from Santa Maria Transit Center to Chapala at Figueroabus Midday
6h 37m
$11–14
Drive 124.3 mi
1. Drive from Cambria to Santa Barbaracar 124.3 mi
2h 28m
$23–33

Cambria to Santa Barbara by bus

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Distance: 155.3 mi
Duration: 6h 31m

What companies run services between Cambria, 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, you can take a bus from Burton & Main to Chapala at Figueroa via Morro Bay Park, Government Center, and Santa Maria Transit Center in around 6h 37m.

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