What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara (Station) to Laguna Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara (Station) to Laguna Beach is to drive which costs $26 - $40 and takes 2h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Barbara (Station) to Laguna Beach?

The fastest way to get from Santa Barbara (Station) to Laguna Beach is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct train between Santa Barbara (Station) and Laguna Beach?

No, there is no direct train from Santa Barbara (Station) to Laguna Beach. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara and arriving at Irvine via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

How far is it from Santa Barbara (Station) to Laguna Beach?

The distance between Santa Barbara (Station) and Laguna Beach is 159 miles. The road distance is 145.2 miles.

How do I travel from Santa Barbara (Station) to Laguna Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Santa Barbara (Station) to Laguna Beach without a car is to train which takes 4h 28m and costs $80 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Santa Barbara (Station) to Laguna Beach?

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from Santa Barbara (Station) to Laguna Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Barbara (Station) to Laguna Beach train from?

Santa Barbara (Station) to Laguna Beach train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Santa Barbara station.

Where does the Santa Barbara (Station) to Laguna Beach train arrive?

Santa Barbara (Station) to Laguna Beach train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Irvine station.

Can I drive from Santa Barbara (Station) to Laguna Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Barbara (Station) to Laguna Beach is 145 miles. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Santa Barbara (Station) to Laguna Beach.

Where can I stay near Laguna Beach?

There are 1133+ hotels available in Laguna Beach.

Santa Barbara (Station) to Laguna Beach - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Santa Barbara (Station) to Laguna Beach by train (Amtrak), car, train, or bus

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Santa Barbara to Irvinetrain Pacific Surfliner
4h 28m
$83–142
Drive 144.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Santa Barbara (Station) to Laguna Beachcar 144.4 mi
2h 34m
$27–39
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Santa Barbara to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner / ...
2. Take the bus from 7Th-Channel to Coast-Oceanbus 1
6h 53m
$39–74

Santa Barbara (Station) to Laguna Beach by train, tram, and bus

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6h 53mAverage Duration

$39Cheapest Price

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Distance: 158.2 mi
Duration: 4h 28m

What companies run services between Santa Barbara (Station), CA, USA and Laguna Beach, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Santa Barbara to Irvine every 4 hours. Tickets cost $45–100 and the journey takes 4h 14m.

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