What is the cheapest way to get from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Montecito?

The cheapest way to get from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Montecito is to drive which costs $17 - $25 and takes 1h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Montecito?

The fastest way to get from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Montecito is to drive which takes 1h 40m and costs $17 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between Los Angeles Airport (LAX) and Montecito?

No, there is no direct bus from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Montecito. However, there are services departing from Los Angeles Airport, CA and arriving at East Valley & San Ysidro via Santa Barbara Airport and Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Los Angeles Airport (LAX) and Montecito?

No, there is no direct train from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Montecito. However, there are services departing from Los Angeles and arriving at Santa Barbara via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Montecito?

The distance between Los Angeles Airport (LAX) and Montecito is 105 miles. The road distance is 93.6 miles.

How do I travel from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Montecito without a car?

The best way to get from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Montecito without a car is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs $55 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Montecito?

It takes approximately 3h 41m to get from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Montecito, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Montecito bus from?

Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Montecito bus services, operated by Central Coast Shuttle, depart from Los Angeles Airport, CA station.

Where do I catch the Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Montecito train from?

Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Montecito train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Los Angeles station.

Train or bus from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Montecito?

The best way to get from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Montecito is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs $55 - $110. Alternatively, you can bus and line 11 bus, which costs $70 - $90 and takes 5h 14m.

Where does the Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Montecito bus arrive?

Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Montecito bus services, operated by Central Coast Shuttle, arrive at Santa Barbara Airport station.

Where does the Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Montecito train arrive?

Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Montecito train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Santa Barbara station.

Can I drive from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Montecito?

Yes, the driving distance between Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Montecito is 94 miles. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Montecito.

Where can I stay near Montecito?

There are 318+ hotels available in Montecito.

Can I share a ride from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Montecito?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Los Angeles Airport (LAX) and Montecito. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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There are 5 ways to get from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Montecito by plane, bus, train (Amtrak), rideshare, or car

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Fly, line 14 bus
best
1. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)plane LAX - SBA
2. Take the bus from Transit Center to East Valley & San Ysidrobus
3h 41m
$368–501
Drive 93.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Montecitocar 93.1 mi
1h 40m
$17–25
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to Santa Barbaratrain Pacific Surfliner / ...
4h 30m
$57–107
Bus, line 11 bus
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Airport, CA to Santa Barbara Airportbus
2. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Airport to Transit Centerbus 11
5h 14m
$73–87
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Los Angeles-LAX to Montecitorideshare 93.1 mi
1h 40m

Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Montecito by bus

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Distance: 103.9 mi
Duration: 3h 41m

What companies run services between Los Angeles Airport (LAX), USA and Montecito, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara every 4 hours. Tickets cost $30–70 and the journey takes 2h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Los Angeles Airport, CA to East Valley & San Ysidro via Santa Barbara Airport and Transit Center in around 5h 14m.

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