What is the cheapest way to get from Riverside–La Sierra Station to Santa Barbara?

The cheapest way to get from Riverside–La Sierra Station to Santa Barbara is to line 200 bus and bus which costs $25 - $45 and takes 6h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Riverside–La Sierra Station to Santa Barbara?

The fastest way to get from Riverside–La Sierra Station to Santa Barbara is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Riverside–La Sierra Station and Santa Barbara?

No, there is no direct bus from Riverside–La Sierra Station station to Santa Barbara. However, there are services departing from La Sierra station and arriving at Santa Barbara Bus Stop via San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center and Los Angeles Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Riverside–La Sierra Station and Santa Barbara?

No, there is no direct train from Riverside–La Sierra Station to Santa Barbara. However, there are services departing from Riverside - La Sierra and arriving at Santa Barbara via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.

How far is it from Riverside–La Sierra Station to Santa Barbara?

The distance between Riverside–La Sierra Station and Santa Barbara is 156 miles. The road distance is 148.1 miles.

Where do I catch the Riverside–La Sierra Station to Santa Barbara bus from?

Riverside–La Sierra Station to Santa Barbara bus services, operated by Riverside Transit Agency, depart from La Sierra station.

Where do I catch the Riverside–La Sierra Station to Santa Barbara train from?

Riverside–La Sierra Station to Santa Barbara train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, depart from Riverside - La Sierra station.

Train or bus from Riverside–La Sierra Station to Santa Barbara?

The best way to get from Riverside–La Sierra Station to Santa Barbara is to train which takes 5h 3m and costs $35 - $85. Alternatively, you can line 200 bus and bus, which costs $25 - $45 and takes 6h 8m.

Where does the Riverside–La Sierra Station to Santa Barbara bus arrive?

Riverside–La Sierra Station to Santa Barbara bus services, operated by Riverside Transit Agency, arrive at San Bernardino station.

Where does the Riverside–La Sierra Station to Santa Barbara train arrive?

Riverside–La Sierra Station to Santa Barbara train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, arrive at L.A. Union Station.

Can I drive from Riverside–La Sierra Station to Santa Barbara?

Yes, the driving distance between Riverside–La Sierra Station to Santa Barbara is 148 miles. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Riverside–La Sierra Station to Santa Barbara.

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Q: How long does it take to get from Riverside–La Sierra Station to Santa Barbara?

It takes approximately 5h 3m to get from Riverside–La Sierra Station to Santa Barbara, including transfers.

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There are 3 ways to get from Riverside–La Sierra Station to Santa Barbara by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Riverside - La Sierra to L.A. Union Stationtrain 91-PV Line
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Santa Barbaratrain Pacific Surfliner / ...
5h 3m
$40–83
Line 200 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from La Sierra station to San Bernardinobus 200
2. Take the bus from San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center to Los Angeles Union Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Santa Barbara Bus Stopbus
6h 8m
$26–45
Drive 147.2 mi
1. Drive from Riverside–La Sierra Station to Santa Barbaracar 147.2 mi
2h 36m
$27–39

Riverside–La Sierra Station to Santa Barbara by train and foot

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5h 3mAverage Duration

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Distance: 155 mi
Duration: 5h 3m

What companies run services between Riverside–La Sierra Station, CA, USA and Santa Barbara, CA, USA?

You can take a train from Riverside - La Sierra to Santa Barbara via L.A. Union Station and Los Angeles in around 5h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Riverside–La Sierra Station to Santa Barbara Bus Stop via La Sierra station, San Bernardino, San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center, and Los Angeles Union Station in around 6h 8m.

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