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

The cheapest way to get from Rosarito to Santa Barbara is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rosarito to Santa Barbara is to drive which takes 4h 22m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct train between Rosarito and Santa Barbara?

No, there is no direct train from Rosarito station to Santa Barbara. However, there are services departing from San Ysidro Station and arriving at Santa Barbara via San Diego. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 2m.

How far is it from Rosarito to Santa Barbara?

The distance between Rosarito and Santa Barbara is 263 miles. The road distance is 245 miles.

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

It takes approximately 8h 2m to get from Rosarito to Santa Barbara, including transfers.

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

Rosarito to Santa Barbara train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Diego station.

Where does the Rosarito to Santa Barbara train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rosarito to Santa Barbara?

Yes, the driving distance between Rosarito to Santa Barbara is 245 miles. It takes approximately 4h 22m to drive from Rosarito to Santa Barbara.

Where can I stay near Santa Barbara?

There are 250+ hotels available in Santa Barbara.

Rosarito to Santa Barbara - 3 ways to travel via train, car, tram, and plane

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There are 3 ways to get from Rosarito to Santa Barbara by train (Amtrak), car, tram, or plane

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from San Diego to Santa Barbaratrain Pacific Surfliner
8h 2m
$80–179
Drive 243.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rosarito to Santa Barbaracar 243.6 mi
4h 22m
$45–65
Drive, tram, fly
1. Drive from Rosarito to San Ysidro Stationcar
2. Take the tram from San Ysidro Station to America Plaza Stationtram
3. Fly from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)plane SAN - SBA
4h 56m
$168–246

San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) flights

21Weekly Planes

1h 3mAverage Duration

$33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 261 mi
Duration: 8h 2m

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

Amtrak operates a train from San Diego to Santa Barbara 5 times a day. Tickets cost $75–160 and the journey takes 5h 55m.

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