What is the cheapest way to get from Isla Vista to Palmdale?

The cheapest way to get from Isla Vista to Palmdale is to drive which costs $22 - $35 and takes 2h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Isla Vista to Palmdale?

The fastest way to get from Isla Vista to Palmdale is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Isla Vista and Palmdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Isla Vista to Palmdale. However, there are services departing from Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop and arriving at MetroLink/Sierra Hwy. via Carl's Jr./Inyo St.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Isla Vista and Palmdale?

No, there is no direct train from Isla Vista station to Palmdale station. However, there are services departing from Goleta Station and arriving at Palmdale Station via Burbank - Downtown. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.

How far is it from Isla Vista to Palmdale?

The distance between Isla Vista and Palmdale is 163 miles. The road distance is 122 miles.

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

The best way to get from Isla Vista to Palmdale without a car is to train which takes 6h 31m and costs $35 - $80.

How long does it take to get from Isla Vista to Palmdale?

It takes approximately 6h 31m to get from Isla Vista to Palmdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Isla Vista to Palmdale bus from?

Isla Vista to Palmdale bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the Isla Vista to Palmdale train from?

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

Train or bus from Isla Vista to Palmdale?

The best way to get from Isla Vista to Palmdale is to train which takes 6h 31m and costs $35 - $80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $70 - $110 and takes 9h 43m.

Where does the Isla Vista to Palmdale bus arrive?

Isla Vista to Palmdale bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Mojave Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Where does the Isla Vista to Palmdale train arrive?

Isla Vista to Palmdale train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Burbank station.

Can I drive from Isla Vista to Palmdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Isla Vista to Palmdale is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Isla Vista to Palmdale.

Where can I stay near Palmdale?

There are 68+ hotels available in Palmdale.

Isla Vista to Palmdale - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Isla Vista to Palmdale 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 Palmdale Stationtrain AV Line
6h 31m
$36–76
Drive 121.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Isla Vista to Palmdalecar 121.3 mi
2h 17m
$23–32
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Airport to Los Angeles Airport, CAbus
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Palmdale Stationtrain AV Line
7h 40m
$88–115
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 43m
$72–105

Isla Vista to Palmdale by bus and train

5Weekly Services

6h 31mAverage Duration

$36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 161.6 mi
Duration: 6h 31m

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

You can take a bus from Hollister & Coromar to Palmdale Station via Amtrak Goleta, Goleta Station, Burbank, and Burbank - Downtown in around 6h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop to Palmdale Station via Carl's Jr./Inyo St., MetroLink/Sierra Hwy., and Lancaster in around 9h 43m.

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