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

The cheapest way to get from Monrovia to Santa Barbara is to drive which costs $19 - $29 and takes 1h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Monrovia to Santa Barbara is to drive which takes 1h 53m and costs $19 - $29.

Is there a direct bus between Monrovia and Santa Barbara?

No, there is no direct bus from Monrovia to Santa Barbara. However, there are services departing from Huntington Dr and Myrtle Ave and arriving at Santa Barbara Bus Stop via Huntington / Rosemead, Huntington / Maycrest and Los Angeles Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Monrovia and Santa Barbara?

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

How far is it from Monrovia to Santa Barbara?

The distance between Monrovia and Santa Barbara is 122 miles. The road distance is 107.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Monrovia to Santa Barbara without a car is to train which takes 4h 23m and costs $30 - $75.

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

It takes approximately 4h 23m to get from Monrovia to Santa Barbara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Monrovia to Santa Barbara bus from?

Monrovia to Santa Barbara bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Los Angeles Union Station.

Where do I catch the Monrovia to Santa Barbara train from?

Monrovia to Santa Barbara train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Los Angeles station.

Train or bus from Monrovia to Santa Barbara?

The best way to get from Monrovia to Santa Barbara is to train which takes 4h 23m and costs $30 - $75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $19 - $40 and takes 4h 43m.

Where does the Monrovia to Santa Barbara bus arrive?

Monrovia to Santa Barbara bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Santa Barbara Bus Stop station.

Where does the Monrovia to Santa Barbara train arrive?

Monrovia to Santa Barbara train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Santa Barbara station.

Can I drive from Monrovia to Santa Barbara?

Yes, the driving distance between Monrovia to Santa Barbara is 107 miles. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Monrovia to Santa Barbara.

Where can I stay near Santa Barbara?

There are 247+ hotels available in Santa Barbara.

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There are 3 ways to get from Monrovia to Santa Barbara by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to Santa Barbaratrain Pacific Surfliner / ...
4h 23m
$32–72
Bus (Flixbus)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Santa Barbara Bus Stopbus FlixBus 2005
4h 43m
$20–36
Drive 106.6 mi
1. Drive from Monrovia to Santa Barbaracar 106.6 mi
1h 53m
$20–29

Monrovia to Santa Barbara by tram and train (Amtrak)

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4h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 121.4 mi
Duration: 4h 23m

What companies run services between Monrovia, CA, USA and Santa Barbara, 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, Flixbus USA operates a bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Santa Barbara Bus Stop once daily. Tickets cost $16–27 and the journey takes 2h 10m.

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