What is the cheapest way to get from Corona del Mar to Santa Barbara?

The cheapest way to get from Corona del Mar to Santa Barbara is to drive which costs $25 - $40 and takes 2h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Corona del Mar to Santa Barbara?

The fastest way to get from Corona del Mar to Santa Barbara is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct train between Corona del Mar and Santa Barbara?

No, there is no direct train from Corona del Mar to Santa Barbara. However, there are services departing from Irvine and arriving at Santa Barbara via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

How far is it from Corona del Mar to Santa Barbara?

The distance between Corona del Mar and Santa Barbara is 160 miles. The road distance is 139.8 miles.

How do I travel from Corona del Mar to Santa Barbara without a car?

The best way to get from Corona del Mar to Santa Barbara without a car is to train which takes 4h 19m and costs $80 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Corona del Mar to Santa Barbara?

It takes approximately 4h 19m to get from Corona del Mar to Santa Barbara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Corona del Mar to Santa Barbara train from?

Corona del Mar to Santa Barbara train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Irvine station.

Where does the Corona del Mar to Santa Barbara train arrive?

Corona del Mar to Santa Barbara train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Santa Barbara station.

Can I drive from Corona del Mar to Santa Barbara?

Yes, the driving distance between Corona del Mar to Santa Barbara is 140 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Corona del Mar to Santa Barbara.

Where can I stay near Santa Barbara?

There are 326+ hotels available in Santa Barbara.

Corona del Mar to Santa Barbara - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Corona del Mar to Santa Barbara by train (Amtrak), car, bus, tram, or train

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Irvine to Santa Barbaratrain Pacific Surfliner
4h 19m
$85–147
Drive 138.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Corona del Mar to Santa Barbaracar 138.9 mi
2h 26m
$26–37
Line 1 bus, tram, train
1. Take the bus from Coast-Iris to 7Th-Channelbus 1
2. Take the tram from Downtown Long Beach Station to Union Station - Metro A-Linetram
3. Take the train from Los Angeles to Santa Barbaratrain
6h 46m
$36–76

Corona del Mar to Santa Barbara by bus, tram, and train

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6h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 159.2 mi
Duration: 4h 19m

What companies run services between Corona del Mar, CA, USA and Santa Barbara, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Irvine to Santa Barbara 5 times a day. Tickets cost $45–100 and the journey takes 4h 4m.

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