What is the cheapest way to get from Carpinteria to Pasadena?

The cheapest way to get from Carpinteria to Pasadena is to drive which costs $15 - $23 and takes 1h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carpinteria to Pasadena?

The fastest way to get from Carpinteria to Pasadena is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs $15 - $23.

Is there a direct bus between Carpinteria and Pasadena?

No, there is no direct bus from Carpinteria station to Pasadena station. However, there are services departing from Carpinteria Station and arriving at Los Angeles Union Station via Santa Barbara Bus Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Carpinteria and Pasadena?

No, there is no direct train from Carpinteria station to Pasadena station. However, there are services departing from Carpinteria Station and arriving at Memorial Park Station via Union Station - Metro A-Line. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

How far is it from Carpinteria to Pasadena?

The distance between Carpinteria and Pasadena is 103 miles. The road distance is 87.4 miles.

How do I travel from Carpinteria to Pasadena without a car?

The best way to get from Carpinteria to Pasadena without a car is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs $30 - $65.

How long does it take to get from Carpinteria to Pasadena?

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Carpinteria to Pasadena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carpinteria to Pasadena bus from?

Carpinteria to Pasadena bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Santa Barbara Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the Carpinteria to Pasadena train from?

Carpinteria to Pasadena train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Carpinteria Station.

Train or bus from Carpinteria to Pasadena?

The best way to get from Carpinteria to Pasadena is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs $30 - $65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $20 - $35 and takes 4h 18m.

Where does the Carpinteria to Pasadena bus arrive?

Carpinteria to Pasadena bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station.

Where does the Carpinteria to Pasadena train arrive?

Carpinteria to Pasadena train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Carpinteria to Pasadena?

Yes, the driving distance between Carpinteria to Pasadena is 87 miles. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Carpinteria to Pasadena.

Where can I stay near Pasadena?

There are 2200+ hotels available in Pasadena.

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There are 3 ways to get from Carpinteria to Pasadena by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Carpinteria Station to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
3h 8m
$32–63
Drive 86.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carpinteria to Pasadenacar 86.9 mi
1h 31m
$16–23
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Stationbus FlixBus 2005
4h 18m
$21–33

Carpinteria to Pasadena by train and tram (Amtrak)

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3h 8mAverage Duration

$32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 102.3 mi
Duration: 3h 8m

What companies run services between Carpinteria, CA, USA and Pasadena, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Carpinteria Station to Los Angeles every 4 hours. Tickets cost $30–65 and the journey takes 2h 38m. Alternatively, Flixbus USA operates a bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Station 4 times a week. Tickets cost $15–26 and the journey takes 2h 25m.

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