What is the cheapest way to get from Paso Robles to Santa Barbara?

The cheapest way to get from Paso Robles to Santa Barbara is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Paso Robles to Santa Barbara?

The fastest way to get from Paso Robles to Santa Barbara is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Paso Robles and Santa Barbara?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Paso Robles Amtrak Station station and arriving at Santa Barbara. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Paso Robles and Santa Barbara?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Paso Robles Amtrak Station station and arriving at Santa Barbara. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from Paso Robles to Santa Barbara?

The distance between Paso Robles and Santa Barbara is 145 miles. The road distance is 119.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Paso Robles to Santa Barbara without a car is to bus which takes 3h 35m and costs $50 - $70.

How long does it take to get from Paso Robles to Santa Barbara?

The bus from Paso Robles Amtrak Station to Santa Barbara takes 3h 35m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Paso Robles to Santa Barbara bus from?

Paso Robles to Santa Barbara bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Paso Robles Amtrak Station.

Where do I catch the Paso Robles to Santa Barbara train from?

Paso Robles to Santa Barbara train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Paso Robles Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Paso Robles to Santa Barbara?

The best way to get from Paso Robles to Santa Barbara is to bus which takes 3h 35m and costs $50 - $70. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $50 - $110 and takes 4h 15m.

Where does the Paso Robles to Santa Barbara bus arrive?

Paso Robles to Santa Barbara bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Santa Barbara station.

Where does the Paso Robles to Santa Barbara train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Paso Robles to Santa Barbara?

Yes, the driving distance between Paso Robles to Santa Barbara is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Paso Robles to Santa Barbara.

How do I get a train ticket from Paso Robles to Santa Barbara?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Paso Robles to Santa Barbara?

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

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Bus (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from Paso Robles Amtrak Station to Santa Barbarabus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
3h 35m
$50–70
Drive 118.7 mi
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1. Drive from Paso Robles to Santa Barbaracar 118.7 mi
2h 19m
$22–32
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Paso Robles Amtrak Station to Santa Barbaratrain Coast Starlight
4h 15m
$50–110

Paso Robles to Santa Barbara by bus (Amtrak)

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3h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 144.5 mi
Duration: 3h 35m

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

Amtrak operates a bus from Paso Robles Amtrak Station to Santa Barbara 3 times a day. Tickets cost $50–70 and the journey takes 3h 35m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Paso Robles Amtrak Station to Santa Barbara once daily. Tickets cost $50–110 and the journey takes 4h 15m.

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