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

The cheapest way to get from Pasadena to Santa Barbara is to bus which costs $17 - $29 and takes 3h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pasadena to Santa Barbara is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs $17 - $26.

Is there a direct bus between Pasadena and Santa Barbara?

No, there is no direct bus from Pasadena station to Santa Barbara. However, there are services departing from Los Angeles Union Station and arriving at Santa Barbara Bus Stop via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Pasadena and Santa Barbara?

No, there is no direct train from Pasadena station to Santa Barbara. However, there are services departing from Memorial Park Station and arriving at Santa Barbara via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

How far is it from Pasadena to Santa Barbara?

The distance between Pasadena and Santa Barbara is 111 miles. The road distance is 98.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pasadena to Santa Barbara without a car is to bus which takes 3h 35m and costs $17 - $29.

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

It takes approximately 3h 35m to get from Pasadena to Santa Barbara, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Pasadena to Santa Barbara?

The best way to get from Pasadena to Santa Barbara is to bus which takes 3h 35m and costs $17 - $29. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $30 - $75 and takes 4h 8m.

Where does the Pasadena to Santa Barbara bus arrive?

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

Where does the Pasadena to Santa Barbara train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pasadena to Santa Barbara?

Yes, the driving distance between Pasadena to Santa Barbara is 98 miles. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Pasadena to Santa Barbara.

Where can I stay near Santa Barbara?

There are 325+ hotels available in Santa Barbara.

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

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Bus (Flixbus)
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1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Santa Barbara Bus Stopbus FlixBus 2005
3h 35m
$18–29
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to Santa Barbaratrain Pacific Surfliner / ...
4h 8m
$32–72
Drive 97.9 mi
1. Drive from Pasadena to Santa Barbaracar 97.9 mi
1h 42m
$18–26

Pasadena to Santa Barbara by tram and bus (Flixbus)

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Distance: 110.7 mi
Duration: 3h 35m

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

Flixbus USA operates a bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Santa Barbara Bus Stop 4 times a week. Tickets cost $16–27 and the journey takes 2h 10m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara every 4 hours. Tickets cost $30–70 and the journey takes 2h 43m.

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