What is the cheapest way to get from Joshua Tree National Park to Santa Barbara?

The cheapest way to get from Joshua Tree National Park to Santa Barbara is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Joshua Tree National Park to Santa Barbara?

The fastest way to get from Joshua Tree National Park to Santa Barbara is to drive which takes 4h 13m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Joshua Tree National Park and Santa Barbara?

No, there is no direct bus from Joshua Tree National Park to Santa Barbara. However, there are services departing from 29 Palms Transit Center and arriving at Santa Barbara Bus Stop via Palm Springs Airport Amtrak Bus Stop, Fullerton Amtrak Station and Los Angeles Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 33m.

How far is it from Joshua Tree National Park to Santa Barbara?

The distance between Joshua Tree National Park and Santa Barbara is 274 miles. The road distance is 238.1 miles.

How do I travel from Joshua Tree National Park to Santa Barbara without a car?

The best way to get from Joshua Tree National Park to Santa Barbara without a car is to bus and train which takes 9h 13m and costs $85 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Joshua Tree National Park to Santa Barbara?

It takes approximately 9h 13m to get from Joshua Tree National Park to Santa Barbara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Joshua Tree National Park to Santa Barbara bus from?

Joshua Tree National Park to Santa Barbara bus services, operated by Basin Transit, depart from 29 Palms Transit Center station.

Where does the Joshua Tree National Park to Santa Barbara bus arrive?

Joshua Tree National Park to Santa Barbara bus services, operated by Basin Transit, arrive at Palm Springs Airport station.

Can I drive from Joshua Tree National Park to Santa Barbara?

Yes, the driving distance between Joshua Tree National Park to Santa Barbara is 238 miles. It takes approximately 4h 13m to drive from Joshua Tree National Park to Santa Barbara.

Where can I stay near Santa Barbara?

There are 326+ hotels available in Santa Barbara.

Joshua Tree National Park to Santa Barbara - 3 ways to travel via train

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There are 3 ways to get from Joshua Tree National Park to Santa Barbara by bus, train, car, or bus (Amtrak, Flixbus)

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from 29 Palms Transit Center to Palm Springs Airportbus 15
2. Take the bus from Palm Springs Airport Amtrak Bus Stop to Fullerton Amtrak Stationbus
3. Take the train from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Santa Barbaratrain
9h 13m
$85–150
Drive 236.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Joshua Tree Oasis Visitor Center to Santa Barbaracar 236.7 mi
4h 13m
$44–63
Bus
1. Take the bus from 29 Palms Transit Center to Palm Springs Airportbus 15
2. Take the bus from Palm Springs Airport Amtrak Bus Stop to Fullerton Amtrak Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Santa Barbara Bus Stopbus
9h 33m
$69–105

Joshua Tree National Park to Santa Barbara by foot, bus, and train

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Distance: 272.7 mi
Duration: 9h 13m

What companies run services between Joshua Tree National Park, CA, USA and Santa Barbara, CA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from 29 Palms Transit Center to Santa Barbara Bus Stop via 29 Palms Transit Center, Palm Springs Airport Amtrak Bus Stop, Fullerton Amtrak Station, Los Angeles, and Los Angeles Union Station in around 9h 33m.

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