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How to get fromSanta Barbara Airport (SBA) to Channel Islandsby bus or ferry

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There are 2 ways to get from Santa Barbara Airport (SBA) to Channel Islands by bus or ferry

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  1. Bus, ferry

    best
    1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Airport to Ventura, CAbus bus
    2. Take the ferry from Ventura Harbor to Santa Cruz Islandferry ferry
    3h 1m
    $101–131

  2. Bus, ferry via Ventura

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from SB Airport SB to Pacific View Mallbus bus 87X / ...
    2. Take the ferry from Ventura Harbor to Santa Cruz Islandferry ferry
    3h 32m
    $56–78

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  • Distance: 63.7 mi
  • Duration: 3h 1m

What companies run services between Santa Barbara Airport (SBA), USA and Channel Islands, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Santa Barbara Airport (SBA) to Channel Islands. However, you can take the bus to Ventura, CA, take the taxi to Ventura Harbor, then take the ferry to Santa Cruz Island. Alternatively, you can take a bus from SB Airport SB to Santa Cruz Island via Pacific View Mall and Ventura Harbor in around 3h 32m.

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