What is the cheapest way to get from Chula Vista to Santa Clarita?

The cheapest way to get from Chula Vista to Santa Clarita is to bus and train which costs $26 - $50 and takes 6h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chula Vista to Santa Clarita?

The fastest way to get from Chula Vista to Santa Clarita is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Chula Vista and Santa Clarita?

No, there is no direct bus from Chula Vista to Santa Clarita station. However, there are services departing from E St & 4th Av and arriving at Santa Clarita-Newhall Amtrak Station via San Diego and Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Chula Vista and Santa Clarita?

No, there is no direct train from Chula Vista station to Santa Clarita. However, there are services departing from E Street Station and arriving at Newhall via San Diego and L.A. Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.

How far is it from Chula Vista to Santa Clarita?

The distance between Chula Vista and Santa Clarita is 162 miles. The road distance is 158.7 miles.

How do I travel from Chula Vista to Santa Clarita without a car?

The best way to get from Chula Vista to Santa Clarita without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 7m and costs $26 - $50.

How long does it take to get from Chula Vista to Santa Clarita?

It takes approximately 6h 7m to get from Chula Vista to Santa Clarita, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chula Vista to Santa Clarita bus from?

Chula Vista to Santa Clarita bus services, operated by Greyhound Mexico, depart from San Diego station.

Where do I catch the Chula Vista to Santa Clarita train from?

Chula Vista to Santa Clarita train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Diego station.

Train or bus from Chula Vista to Santa Clarita?

The best way to get from Chula Vista to Santa Clarita is to train which takes 6h 15m and costs $45 - $95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35 - $65 and takes 6h 24m.

Where does the Chula Vista to Santa Clarita bus arrive?

Chula Vista to Santa Clarita bus services, operated by Greyhound Mexico, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station.

Where does the Chula Vista to Santa Clarita train arrive?

Chula Vista to Santa Clarita train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Chula Vista to Santa Clarita?

Yes, the driving distance between Chula Vista to Santa Clarita is 159 miles. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Chula Vista to Santa Clarita.

Where can I stay near Santa Clarita?

There are 188+ hotels available in Santa Clarita.

Chula Vista to Santa Clarita - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and tram

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There are 5 ways to get from Chula Vista to Santa Clarita by bus, train, train (Amtrak), car, tram, plane, or bus (Greyhound, Amtrak)

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Stationbus Greyhound US0831
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Newhalltrain AV Line
6h 7m
$26–46
Train
1. Take the train from San Diego to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Newhalltrain AV Line
6h 15m
$49–95
Drive 157.8 mi
1. Drive from Chula Vista to Santa Claritacar 157.8 mi
2h 49m
$29–42
Tram, fly, train
1. Take the tram from E Street Station to America Plaza Stationtram
2. Fly from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane SAN - LAX
3. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Newhalltrain
5h 41m
Bus
1. Take the bus from San Diego to Los Angeles Union Stationbus Tijuana
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles to Santa Clarita-Newhall Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h 24m
$36–61

Chula Vista to Santa Clarita by tram, bus, and train

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Distance: 161.5 mi
Duration: 6h 7m

What companies run services between Chula Vista, CA, USA and Santa Clarita, CA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from E Street Station to Newhall via America Plaza Station, San Diego, Los Angeles, and L.A. Union Station in around 6h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from E St & 4th Av to Santa Clarita-Newhall Amtrak Station via 12th & Imperial Transit Center, San Diego, Los Angeles Union Station, and Los Angeles in around 6h 24m.

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