What is the cheapest way to get from San Simeon to Santa Barbara?

The cheapest way to get from San Simeon to Santa Barbara is to bus which costs $11 - $14 and takes 6h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Simeon to Santa Barbara?

The fastest way to get from San Simeon to Santa Barbara is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between San Simeon and Santa Barbara?

No, there is no direct bus from San Simeon to Santa Barbara. However, there are services departing from Hearst & San Simeon and arriving at Chapala at Figueroa via Morro Bay Park, Government Center and Santa Maria Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 47m.

How far is it from San Simeon to Santa Barbara?

The distance between San Simeon and Santa Barbara is 162 miles. The road distance is 130.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from San Simeon to Santa Barbara without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 41m and costs $35 - $90.

How long does it take to get from San Simeon to Santa Barbara?

It takes approximately 6h 41m to get from San Simeon to Santa Barbara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Simeon to Santa Barbara bus from?

San Simeon to Santa Barbara bus services, operated by San Luis Obispo RTA, depart from Hearst & San Simeon station.

Where does the San Simeon to Santa Barbara bus arrive?

San Simeon to Santa Barbara bus services, operated by San Luis Obispo RTA, arrive at Morro Bay Park station.

Can I drive from San Simeon to Santa Barbara?

Yes, the driving distance between San Simeon to Santa Barbara is 130 miles. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from San Simeon to Santa Barbara.

Where can I stay near Santa Barbara?

There are 273+ hotels available in Santa Barbara.

San Simeon to Santa Barbara - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from San Simeon to Santa Barbara by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Hearst & San Simeon to Morro Bay Parkbus 15S
2. Take the train from San Luis Obispo to Santa Barbaratrain Pacific Surfliner / ...
6h 41m
$39–86
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hearst & San Simeon to Morro Bay Parkbus 15S
2. Take the bus from Government Center to Santa Maria Transit Centerbus 10S
3. Take the bus from Santa Maria Transit Center to Chapala at Figueroabus
6h 47m
$11–14
Drive 129.4 mi
1. Drive from San Simeon to Santa Barbaracar 129.4 mi
2h 34m
$24–35

San Simeon to Santa Barbara by bus

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Distance: 160.7 mi
Duration: 6h 41m

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

You can take a bus from Hearst & San Simeon to Chapala at Figueroa via Morro Bay Park, Government Center, and Santa Maria Transit Center in around 6h 47m.

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