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

The cheapest way to get from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Santa Barbara is to drive which costs $17 - $26 and takes 1h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Santa Barbara is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs $17 - $26.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Santa Barbara. However, there are services departing from Los Angeles Airport, CA and arriving at Carrillo & Anacapa via Santa Barbara Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Santa Barbara. However, there are services departing from Los Angeles and arriving at Santa Barbara via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.

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

The distance between Los Angeles Airport (LAX) and Santa Barbara is 98 miles. The road distance is 96.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Santa Barbara without a car is to bus and line 11 bus which takes 3h 38m and costs $70 - $90.

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

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Santa Barbara, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Santa Barbara?

The best way to get from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Santa Barbara is to fly which takes 2h 25m and costs $340 - $500. Alternatively, you can bus and line 11 bus, which costs $70 - $90 and takes 3h 38m, you could also train, which costs $35 - $85 and takes 4h 23m.

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

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

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

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

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

Yes, the driving distance between Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Santa Barbara is 97 miles. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Santa Barbara.

Where can I stay near Santa Barbara?

There are 317+ hotels available in Santa Barbara.

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

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

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There are 6 ways to get from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Santa Barbara by plane, bus, train (Amtrak), rideshare, car, or bus (Flixbus)

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)plane LAX - SBA
2h 25m
$342–499
Drive 96.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Santa Barbaracar 96.3 mi
1h 43m
$18–26
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 Carrillo & Anacapabus 11
3h 38m
$72–85
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to Santa Barbaratrain Pacific Surfliner / ...
4h 23m
$38–83
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Los Angeles-LAX to Santa Barbararideshare 96.3 mi
1h 43m
Bus
1. Take the bus from LAX Tom Bradley International Terminal to Los Angeles Union Stationbus Lax
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Santa Barbara Bus Stopbus FlixBus 2005
3h 45m
$23–39

Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Santa Barbara by bus

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Distance: 97.4 mi
Duration: 2h 25m

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

United Airlines flies from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Los Angeles Airport, CA to Carrillo & Anacapa via Santa Barbara Airport in around 3h 38m.

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