What is the cheapest way to get from Malibu to Santa Barbara?

The cheapest way to get from Malibu to Santa Barbara is to drive which costs $13 - $19 and takes 1h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Malibu to Santa Barbara?

The fastest way to get from Malibu to Santa Barbara is to drive which takes 1h 24m and costs $13 - $19.

How far is it from Malibu to Santa Barbara?

The distance between Malibu and Santa Barbara is 94 miles. The road distance is 72 miles.

How do I travel from Malibu to Santa Barbara without a car?

The best way to get from Malibu to Santa Barbara without a car is to taxi and train which takes 2h 25m and costs $130 - $180.

How long does it take to get from Malibu to Santa Barbara?

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Malibu to Santa Barbara, including transfers.

Can I drive from Malibu to Santa Barbara?

Yes, the driving distance between Malibu to Santa Barbara is 72 miles. It takes approximately 1h 24m to drive from Malibu to Santa Barbara.

Where can I stay near Santa Barbara?

There are 250+ hotels available in Santa Barbara.

Malibu to Santa Barbara - 2 ways to travel via train, taxi, and car

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There are 2 ways to get from Malibu to Santa Barbara by taxi, train, or car

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Taxi, train
best
1. Take the taxi from Malibu to Simi Valley Amtraktaxi
2. Take the train from Simi Valley Amtrak to Santa Barbaratrain Pacific Surfliner / ...
2h 25m
$136–180
Drive 71.6 mi
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1. Drive from Malibu to Santa Barbaracar 71.6 mi
1h 24m
$14–19

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Distance: 93.8 mi
Duration: 2h 25m

What companies run services between Malibu, CA, USA and Santa Barbara, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Malibu to Santa Barbara. However, you can take the taxi to Simi Valley Amtrak then take the train to Santa Barbara. Alternatively, you can drive from Malibu to Santa Barbara in around 1h 24m.

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