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

The cheapest way to get from Gardena to Santa Barbara is to bus which costs $17 - $29 and takes 3h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gardena to Santa Barbara is to drive which takes 1h 49m and costs $18 - $28.

Is there a direct bus between Gardena and Santa Barbara?

No, there is no direct bus from Gardena to Santa Barbara. However, there are services departing from Harbor Gateway Transit Center and arriving at Santa Barbara Bus Stop via Olive / 5th and Los Angeles Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Gardena and Santa Barbara?

No, there is no direct train from Gardena station to Santa Barbara. However, there are services departing from Pershing Square Station and arriving at Santa Barbara via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

How far is it from Gardena to Santa Barbara?

The distance between Gardena and Santa Barbara is 121 miles. The road distance is 103.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gardena to Santa Barbara without a car is to bus which takes 3h 57m and costs $17 - $29.

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

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from Gardena to Santa Barbara, including transfers.

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

Gardena to Santa Barbara bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Los Angeles Union Station.

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

Gardena to Santa Barbara train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Los Angeles station.

Train or bus from Gardena to Santa Barbara?

The best way to get from Gardena to Santa Barbara is to bus which takes 3h 57m and costs $17 - $29. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $30 - $75 and takes 4h 27m.

Where does the Gardena to Santa Barbara bus arrive?

Gardena to Santa Barbara bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Santa Barbara Bus Stop station.

Where does the Gardena to Santa Barbara train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gardena to Santa Barbara?

Yes, the driving distance between Gardena to Santa Barbara is 104 miles. It takes approximately 1h 49m to drive from Gardena 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 Gardena to Santa Barbara by bus (Flixbus), train (Amtrak), or car

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Bus (Flixbus)
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1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Santa Barbara Bus Stopbus FlixBus 2005
3h 57m
$17–29
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to Santa Barbaratrain Pacific Surfliner / ...
4h 27m
$33–74
Drive 102.9 mi
1. Drive from Gardena to Santa Barbaracar 102.9 mi
1h 49m
$19–28

Gardena to Santa Barbara by bus (Flixbus)

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Distance: 120.2 mi
Duration: 3h 57m

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

Flixbus USA operates a bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Santa Barbara Bus Stop 4 times a week. Tickets cost $15–26 and the journey takes 2h 10m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara every 4 hours. Tickets cost $30–70 and the journey takes 2h 43m.

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