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

The cheapest way to get from Goleta to Phoenix is to bus which costs $70 - $140 and takes 12h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Goleta to Phoenix is to fly which takes 2h 58m and costs $290 - $380.

How far is it from Goleta to Phoenix?

The distance between Goleta and Phoenix is 460 miles. The road distance is 476.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Goleta to Phoenix without a car is to train and bus which takes 10h 27m and costs $90 - $190.

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

It takes approximately 2h 58m to get from Goleta to Phoenix, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Goleta to Phoenix bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Goleta to Phoenix?

The best way to get from Goleta to Phoenix is to fly which takes 2h 58m and costs $290 - $380. Alternatively, you can bus via Los Angeles Airport (LAX), which costs $130 - $200 and takes 11h 50m.

Where does the Goleta to Phoenix bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Goleta to Phoenix?

Yes, the driving distance between Goleta to Phoenix is 477 miles. It takes approximately 7h 46m to drive from Goleta to Phoenix.

Where can I stay near Phoenix?

There are 2883+ hotels available in Phoenix.

Goleta to Phoenix - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, taxi, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Goleta and Phoenix?

No, there is no direct bus from Goleta to Phoenix station. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara Airport and arriving at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Station via LAX Tom Bradley International Terminal and Los Angeles Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 50m.

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There are 7 ways to get from Goleta to Phoenix by plane, train, bus, taxi, car, bus (Flixbus), or bus (Flixbus, Greyhound)

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Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport
best
1. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Phoenix (PHX)plane SBA - PHX
2h 58m
$290–372
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Stationbus FlixBus 2005
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Phoenix Bus Stationbus Greyhound US1000 / ...
12h 39m
$70–138
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Goleta Station to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Phoenix Bus Stationbus Greyhound US1000 / ...
10h 27m
$92–183
Train, taxi (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Goleta Station to Los Angelestrain
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Maricopa Amtraktrain
3. Take the taxi from Maricopa Amtrak to Baseline/Central Avetaxi
12h 47m
$244–435
Drive 473.9 mi
1. Drive from Goleta to Phoenixcar 473.9 mi
7h 46m
$87–125
Bus to Los Angeles International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Airport to Los Angeles Airport, CAbus
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Phoenix (PHX)plane LAX - PHX
5h 4m
$191–393
Bus via Los Angeles Airport (LAX)
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Airport to Los Angeles Airport, CAbus
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Stationbus FlixBus 2054
11h 50m
$133–196

Goleta to Phoenix by train, foot, and bus

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10h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 457.8 mi
Duration: 2h 58m

What companies run services between Goleta, CA, USA and Phoenix, AZ, USA?

American Airlines, Southwest Airlines, and United Airlines fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Phoenix (PHX) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Santa Barbara Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Station via LAX Tom Bradley International Terminal and Los Angeles Union Station in around 11h 50m.

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