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

The cheapest way to get from Pasadena to Goleta is to drive which costs $19 - $28 and takes 1h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pasadena to Goleta is to drive which takes 1h 50m and costs $19 - $28.

Is there a direct bus between Pasadena and Goleta?

No, there is no direct bus from Pasadena to Goleta. However, there are services departing from Los Angeles and arriving at Hollister & Community Center via UCSB North Hall Inbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Pasadena and Goleta?

No, there is no direct train from Pasadena station to Goleta station. However, there are services departing from Memorial Park Station and arriving at Goleta Station via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

How far is it from Pasadena to Goleta?

The distance between Pasadena and Goleta is 123 miles. The road distance is 106.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pasadena to Goleta without a car is to train which takes 4h 24m and costs $35 - $80.

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

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Pasadena to Goleta, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pasadena to Goleta bus from?

Pasadena to Goleta bus services, operated by American Star Tours, depart from Los Angeles station.

Where do I catch the Pasadena to Goleta train from?

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

Train or bus from Pasadena to Goleta?

The best way to get from Pasadena to Goleta is to train which takes 4h 24m and costs $35 - $80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 58m.

Where does the Pasadena to Goleta bus arrive?

Pasadena to Goleta bus services, operated by American Star Tours, arrive at Isla Vista station.

Where does the Pasadena to Goleta train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pasadena to Goleta?

Yes, the driving distance between Pasadena to Goleta is 107 miles. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Pasadena to Goleta.

Where can I stay near Goleta?

There are 254+ hotels available in Goleta.

Pasadena to Goleta - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 70 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Pasadena to Goleta by train (Amtrak), bus, or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to Goleta Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
4h 24m
$37–77
Drive 106.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pasadena to Goletacar 106.2 mi
1h 50m
$20–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles to Isla Vistabus Ans 6238
4h 58m
Bus, line 70 bus
1. Take the bus from Fair Oaks / Holly to Atlantic / Floralbus
2. Take the bus from Atlantic / Floral to Cesar E Chavez / Vignesbus 70 / ...
3. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to LAX Tom Bradley International Terminalbus
4. Take the bus from Los Angeles Airport, CA to Santa Barbara Airportbus
5h 37m
$80–101

Pasadena to Goleta by tram and train (Amtrak)

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4h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 121.8 mi
Duration: 4h 24m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to Goleta Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost $35–75 and the journey takes 2h 59m. Alternatively, American Star Tours operates a bus from Los Angeles to Isla Vista twice a week, and the journey takes 3h.

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