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How to get fromLos Angeles to Anacapa Islandby train, ferry, or bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Los Angeles to Anacapa Island by train, ferry, or bus

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  1. Train, ferry

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    1. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Oxnardtrain train VC Line
    2. Take the ferry from Oxnard, CA to East Anacapa Islandferry ferry Oxnard
    4h 15m
    $76–104

  2. Train, ferry via Los Angeles

    1. Take the train from Los Angeles to Oxnardtrain train Pacific Surfliner / ...
    2. Take the ferry from Oxnard, CA to East Anacapa Islandferry ferry Oxnard
    4h 22m
    $86–134

  3. Bus, ferry

    1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Airport, CA to Ventura, CAbus bus
    2. Take the ferry from Oxnard, CA to East Anacapa Islandferry ferry Oxnard
    5h 15m
    $138–188

Questions & Answers

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  • Distance: 85 mi
  • Duration: 4h 15m

What companies run services between Los Angeles, CA, USA and Anacapa Island, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Los Angeles to Anacapa Island. However, you can take the train to Oxnard, take the taxi to Oxnard, CA, then take the ferry to East Anacapa Island. Alternatively, you can take a train from Los Angeles to East Anacapa Island via Oxnard and Oxnard, CA in around 4h 22m.

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