What is the cheapest way to get from Pacific Palisades to Santa Barbara?

The cheapest way to get from Pacific Palisades to Santa Barbara is to drive which costs $14 - $22 and takes 1h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Pacific Palisades to Santa Barbara?

The fastest way to get from Pacific Palisades to Santa Barbara is to drive which takes 1h 40m and costs $14 - $22.

Is there a direct bus between Pacific Palisades and Santa Barbara?

No, there is no direct bus from Pacific Palisades to Santa Barbara. However, there are services departing from Sunset / Via De La Paz and arriving at Santa Barbara via Los Angeles UCLA. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

How far is it from Pacific Palisades to Santa Barbara?

The distance between Pacific Palisades and Santa Barbara is 98 miles. The road distance is 82.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pacific Palisades to Santa Barbara without a car is to bus which takes 3h 26m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Pacific Palisades to Santa Barbara?

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Pacific Palisades to Santa Barbara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pacific Palisades to Santa Barbara bus from?

Pacific Palisades to Santa Barbara bus services, operated by American Star Tours, depart from Los Angeles UCLA station.

Where does the Pacific Palisades to Santa Barbara bus arrive?

Pacific Palisades to Santa Barbara bus services, operated by American Star Tours, arrive at Santa Barbara station.

Can I drive from Pacific Palisades to Santa Barbara?

Yes, the driving distance between Pacific Palisades to Santa Barbara is 82 miles. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from Pacific Palisades to Santa Barbara.

Where can I stay near Santa Barbara?

There are 326+ hotels available in Santa Barbara.

Pacific Palisades to Santa Barbara - 3 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Pacific Palisades to Santa Barbara by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles UCLA to Santa Barbarabus Ans 6238
3h 26m
Drive 81.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pacific Palisades to Santa Barbaracar 81.9 mi
1h 40m
$15–22
Line 761 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Westwood / Le Conte to Van Nuys / Keswickbus 761 / ...
2. Take the train from Van Nuys to Santa Barbaratrain Pacific Surfliner / ...
4h 56m
$30–64

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Distance: 97.2 mi
Duration: 3h 26m

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

American Star Tours operates a bus from Los Angeles UCLA to Santa Barbara twice a week, and the journey takes 2h.

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