What is the cheapest way to get from Isla Vista to Los Angeles?

The cheapest way to get from Isla Vista to Los Angeles is to line 11 bus and bus which costs $15 - $25 and takes 5h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Isla Vista to Los Angeles?

The fastest way to get from Isla Vista to Los Angeles is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs $18 - $27.

Is there a direct bus between Isla Vista and Los Angeles?

No, there is no direct bus from Isla Vista to Los Angeles station. However, there are services departing from El Colegio & Los Carneros and arriving at Los Angeles Union Station via Santa Barbara Airport and LAX Tom Bradley International Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Isla Vista and Los Angeles?

No, there is no direct train from Isla Vista station to Los Angeles. However, there are services departing from Goleta Station and arriving at Los Angeles via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

How far is it from Isla Vista to Los Angeles?

The distance between Isla Vista and Los Angeles is 114 miles. The road distance is 107.1 miles.

How do I travel from Isla Vista to Los Angeles without a car?

The best way to get from Isla Vista to Los Angeles without a car is to train which takes 4h 13m and costs $60 - $100.

How long does it take to get from Isla Vista to Los Angeles?

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Isla Vista to Los Angeles, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Isla Vista to Los Angeles bus from?

Isla Vista to Los Angeles bus services, operated by Central Coast Shuttle, depart from Santa Barbara Airport station.

Where do I catch the Isla Vista to Los Angeles train from?

Isla Vista to Los Angeles train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Goleta Station.

Train, bus or fly from Isla Vista to Los Angeles?

The best way to get from Isla Vista to Los Angeles is to train which takes 4h 13m and costs $60 - $100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $75 - $100 and takes 4h 38m, you could also fly, which costs $300 - $550 and takes 3h 2m.

Where does the Isla Vista to Los Angeles bus arrive?

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

Where does the Isla Vista to Los Angeles train arrive?

Isla Vista to Los Angeles train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Isla Vista to Los Angeles?

Yes, the driving distance between Isla Vista to Los Angeles is 107 miles. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Isla Vista to Los Angeles.

How do I get a bus ticket from Isla Vista to Los Angeles?

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There are 6 ways to get from Isla Vista to Los Angeles by train (Amtrak), bus, car, plane, or bus (Flixbus)

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Goleta Station to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
4h 13m
$60–97
Line 11 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from El Colegio & Los Carneros to Transit Centerbus 11 / ...
2. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Stationbus FlixBus 2005
5h 16m
$16–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Airport to Los Angeles Airport, CAbus
4h 38m
$78–100
Drive 106.5 mi
1. Drive from Isla Vista to Los Angelescar 106.5 mi
1h 54m
$19–27
Fly
1. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane SBA - LAX
3h 2m
$308–505
Train via State & Yanonali (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Santa Barbara to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner / ...
5h 12m
$56–92

Isla Vista to Los Angeles by bus and train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 113.8 mi
Duration: 4h 13m

What companies run services between Isla Vista, CA, USA and Los Angeles, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Goleta Station to Los Angeles every 4 hours. Tickets cost $60–95 and the journey takes 3h 7m. Alternatively, Central Coast Shuttle operates a bus from Santa Barbara Airport to Los Angeles Airport, CA every 4 hours. Tickets cost $70–85 and the journey takes 2h 32m.

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