What is the cheapest way to get from Goleta to West Oakland?

The cheapest way to get from Goleta to West Oakland is to drive which costs $55 - $85 and takes 5h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Goleta to West Oakland?

The fastest way to get from Goleta to West Oakland is to fly which takes 2h 55m and costs $280 - $430.

Is there a direct bus between Goleta and West Oakland?

No, there is no direct bus from Goleta to West Oakland. However, there are services departing from Hollister & Wendy's and arriving at Oakland via Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Goleta and West Oakland?

No, there is no direct train from Goleta station to West Oakland. However, there are services departing from Goleta Station and arriving at West Oakland via Santa Barbara and Lake Merritt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 19m.

How far is it from Goleta to West Oakland?

The distance between Goleta and West Oakland is 288 miles. The road distance is 313.9 miles.

How do I travel from Goleta to West Oakland without a car?

The best way to get from Goleta to West Oakland without a car is to bus via Lake Merritt which takes 9h 40m and costs $120 - $180.

How long does it take to get from Goleta to West Oakland?

It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Goleta to West Oakland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Goleta to West Oakland bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Goleta to West Oakland train from?

Goleta to West Oakland train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Santa Barbara station.

Train, bus or fly from Goleta to West Oakland?

The best way to get from Goleta to West Oakland is to fly which takes 3h 9m and costs $200 - $450. Alternatively, you can bus via Lake Merritt, which costs $120 - $180 and takes 9h 40m, you could also train, which costs $110 - $250 and takes 10h 19m.

Where does the Goleta to West Oakland bus arrive?

Goleta to West Oakland bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Oakland station.

Where does the Goleta to West Oakland train arrive?

Goleta to West Oakland train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Oakland station.

Can I drive from Goleta to West Oakland?

Yes, the driving distance between Goleta to West Oakland is 314 miles. It takes approximately 5h 42m to drive from Goleta to West Oakland.

Where can I stay near West Oakland?

There are 824+ hotels available in West Oakland.

Goleta to West Oakland - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Goleta to West Oakland by plane, bus (Amtrak), train (Amtrak), car, or bus

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Fly Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to San Francisco International Airport
best
1. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane SBA - SFO
3h 9m
$200–446
Drive 312.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Goleta to West Oaklandcar 312.1 mi
5h 42m
$57–83
Bus via Lake Merritt (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop to Oaklandbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
9h 40m
$122–175
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Santa Barbara to Oaklandtrain Coast Starlight
10h 19m
$115–249
Fly Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Oakland International Airport
1. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Oakland International Airport (OAK)plane SBA - OAK
2h 55m
$284–429
Bus to Los Angeles International Airport, fly to Oakland International Airport
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Airport to Los Angeles Airport, CAbus
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Oakland International Airport (OAK)plane LAX - OAK
5h 20m
$405–1,490
Bus
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Oaklandbus FlixBus 2005
10h 4m
$80–122

Goleta to West Oakland by bus, foot, and subway (Amtrak)

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9h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 285.9 mi
Duration: 3h 9m

What companies run services between Goleta, CA, USA and West Oakland, CA, USA?

United Airlines flies from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) 5 times a day. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a bus from Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop to Oakland 3 times a day. Tickets cost $120–170 and the journey takes 8h.

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