What is the cheapest way to get from Pasadena to Carpinteria?

The cheapest way to get from Pasadena to Carpinteria is to drive which costs $15 - $23 and takes 1h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Pasadena to Carpinteria?

The fastest way to get from Pasadena to Carpinteria is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs $15 - $23.

Is there a direct bus between Pasadena and Carpinteria?

No, there is no direct bus from Pasadena station to Carpinteria station. However, there are services departing from Los Angeles Union Station and arriving at Carpinteria Station via Santa Barbara. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Pasadena and Carpinteria?

No, there is no direct train from Pasadena station to Carpinteria station. However, there are services departing from Memorial Park Station and arriving at Carpinteria Station via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

How far is it from Pasadena to Carpinteria?

The distance between Pasadena and Carpinteria is 103 miles. The road distance is 87.4 miles.

How do I travel from Pasadena to Carpinteria without a car?

The best way to get from Pasadena to Carpinteria without a car is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs $30 - $70.

How long does it take to get from Pasadena to Carpinteria?

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Pasadena to Carpinteria, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pasadena to Carpinteria bus from?

Pasadena to Carpinteria bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Los Angeles Union Station.

Where do I catch the Pasadena to Carpinteria train from?

Pasadena to Carpinteria train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Los Angeles station.

Train or bus from Pasadena to Carpinteria?

The best way to get from Pasadena to Carpinteria is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs $30 - $70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $20 - $40 and takes 4h 55m.

Where does the Pasadena to Carpinteria bus arrive?

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

Where does the Pasadena to Carpinteria train arrive?

Pasadena to Carpinteria train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Carpinteria Station.

Can I drive from Pasadena to Carpinteria?

Yes, the driving distance between Pasadena to Carpinteria is 87 miles. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Pasadena to Carpinteria.

Where can I stay near Carpinteria?

There are 323+ hotels available in Carpinteria.

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There are 3 ways to get from Pasadena to Carpinteria by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to Carpinteria Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
3h 45m
$32–67
Drive 86.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pasadena to Carpinteriacar 86.9 mi
1h 31m
$16–23
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Santa Barbara Bus Stopbus FlixBus 2005
4h 55m
$21–36

Pasadena to Carpinteria by tram and train (Amtrak)

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3h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 102.3 mi
Duration: 3h 45m

What companies run services between Pasadena, CA, USA and Carpinteria, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to Carpinteria Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost $30–65 and the journey takes 2h 20m. Alternatively, Flixbus USA operates a bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Santa Barbara Bus Stop 4 times a week. Tickets cost $16–28 and the journey takes 2h 10m.

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