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

The cheapest way to get from Goleta to Malibu is to drive which costs $14 - $21 and takes 1h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Goleta to Malibu is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs $14 - $21.

Is there a direct bus between Goleta and Malibu?

No, there is no direct bus from Goleta to Malibu. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara Airport and arriving at Civic Center / Stuart Ranch via LAX Terminal 6 Lower Level, LAX/Metro Transit Center and 5th / Colorado. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.

How far is it from Goleta to Malibu?

The distance between Goleta and Malibu is 104 miles. The road distance is 80.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Goleta to Malibu without a car is to train and taxi which takes 2h 41m and costs $150 - $210.

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

It takes approximately 2h 41m to get from Goleta to Malibu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Goleta to Malibu bus from?

Goleta to Malibu bus services, operated by Central Coast Shuttle, depart from Santa Barbara Airport station.

Where does the Goleta to Malibu bus arrive?

Goleta to Malibu bus services, operated by Central Coast Shuttle, arrive at Los Angeles Airport, CA station.

Can I drive from Goleta to Malibu?

Yes, the driving distance between Goleta to Malibu is 80 miles. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Goleta to Malibu.

Where can I stay near Malibu?

There are 247+ hotels available in Malibu.

Goleta to Malibu - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and line 3 bus

How to get fromGoleta to Malibu

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 4 ways to get from Goleta to Malibu by train, taxi, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, taxi
best
1. Take the train from Goleta Station to Simi Valley Amtraktrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the taxi from Simi Valley Amtrak to Malibutaxi
2h 41m
$152–205
Drive 79.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Goleta to Malibucar 79.8 mi
1h 33m
$15–21
Bus, line 3 bus, line 134 bus
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Airport to Los Angeles Airport, CAbus
2. Take the bus from LAX/Metro Transit Center to 4Th Nb & Santa Monica Nsbus 3
3. Take the bus from 5th / Colorado to Civic Center / Stuart Ranchbus 134
5h 3m
$73–88
Train, line 761 bus
1. Take the train from Goleta Station to Van Nuystrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Van Nuys / Keswick to Westwood / Weyburnbus 761 / ...
5h 31m
$54–84

Goleta to Malibu by train and bus

42Weekly Services

5h 31mAverage Duration

$54Cheapest Price

See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Goleta to Malibu.

Launch map view

Distance: 103 mi
Duration: 2h 41m

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

You can take a bus from Santa Barbara Airport to Civic Center / Stuart Ranch via Los Angeles Airport, CA, LAX Terminal 6 Lower Level, Metro Transit Center Bay 2, LAX/Metro Transit Center, 4Th Nb & Santa Monica Ns, and 5th / Colorado in around 5h 3m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around United States

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.