What is the cheapest way to get from Goleta to Lancaster?

The cheapest way to get from Goleta to Lancaster is to drive which costs $22 - $35 and takes 2h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Goleta to Lancaster?

The fastest way to get from Goleta to Lancaster is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Goleta and Lancaster?

No, there is no direct bus from Goleta to Lancaster. However, there are services departing from Fairview & Carson and arriving at MetroLink/Sierra Hwy. via Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop and Carl's Jr./Inyo St.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Goleta and Lancaster?

No, there is no direct train from Goleta station to Lancaster. However, there are services departing from Goleta Station and arriving at Lancaster via Burbank - Downtown. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

How far is it from Goleta to Lancaster?

The distance between Goleta and Lancaster is 168 miles. The road distance is 121.1 miles.

How do I travel from Goleta to Lancaster without a car?

The best way to get from Goleta to Lancaster without a car is to train which takes 5h 35m and costs $40 - $85.

How long does it take to get from Goleta to Lancaster?

It takes approximately 5h 35m to get from Goleta to Lancaster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Goleta to Lancaster bus from?

Goleta to Lancaster bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the Goleta to Lancaster train from?

Goleta to Lancaster train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Goleta Station.

Train or bus from Goleta to Lancaster?

The best way to get from Goleta to Lancaster is to train which takes 5h 35m and costs $40 - $85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $80 - $130 and takes 9h 48m.

Where does the Goleta to Lancaster bus arrive?

Goleta to Lancaster bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Mojave Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Where does the Goleta to Lancaster train arrive?

Goleta to Lancaster train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Burbank station.

Can I drive from Goleta to Lancaster?

Yes, the driving distance between Goleta to Lancaster is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Goleta to Lancaster.

Where can I stay near Lancaster?

There are 60+ hotels available in Lancaster.

Goleta to Lancaster - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Goleta to Lancaster by train (Amtrak), bus, train, car, or bus (Amtrak)

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Goleta Station to Burbanktrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the train from Burbank - Downtown to Lancastertrain AV Line
5h 35m
$43–81
Drive 120.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Goleta to Lancastercar 120.4 mi
2h 31m
$22–32
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Isla Vista to Los Angelesbus Ans 6241
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Lancastertrain AV Line
7h 24m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop to Mojave Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Carl's Jr./Inyo St. to MetroLink/Sierra Hwy.bus 250 / ...
9h 48m
$82–121

Goleta to Lancaster by train

14Weekly Trains

5h 35mAverage Duration

$43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 167.4 mi
Duration: 5h 35m

What companies run services between Goleta, CA, USA and Lancaster, CA, USA?

You can take a train from Goleta Station to Lancaster via Burbank and Burbank - Downtown in around 5h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fairview & Carson to MetroLink/Sierra Hwy. via Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop and Carl's Jr./Inyo St. in around 9h 48m.

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