What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara (Station) to Los Angeles Union Station?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara (Station) to Los Angeles Union Station is to bus which costs $14 - $25 and takes 2h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Barbara (Station) to Los Angeles Union Station?

The fastest way to get from Santa Barbara (Station) to Los Angeles Union Station is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs $17 - $26.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Barbara (Station) and Los Angeles Union Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Santa Barbara Bus Stop and arriving at Los Angeles Union Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. The journey takes approximately 2h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Santa Barbara (Station) and Los Angeles Union Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Santa Barbara and arriving at Los Angeles. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 53m.

How far is it from Santa Barbara (Station) to Los Angeles Union Station?

The distance between Santa Barbara (Station) and Los Angeles Union Station is 96 miles. The road distance is 95.6 miles.

How long does it take to get from Santa Barbara (Station) to Los Angeles Union Station?

The bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Station takes 2h 25m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Santa Barbara (Station) to Los Angeles Union Station bus from?

Santa Barbara (Station) to Los Angeles Union Station bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Santa Barbara Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the Santa Barbara (Station) to Los Angeles Union Station train from?

Santa Barbara (Station) to Los Angeles Union Station train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Santa Barbara station.

Train or bus from Santa Barbara (Station) to Los Angeles Union Station?

The best way to get from Santa Barbara (Station) to Los Angeles Union Station is to bus which takes 2h 25m and costs $14 - $25. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $30 - $70 and takes 2h 58m.

Can I drive from Santa Barbara (Station) to Los Angeles Union Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Barbara (Station) to Los Angeles Union Station is 96 miles. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Santa Barbara (Station) to Los Angeles Union Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Santa Barbara (Station) to Los Angeles Union Station?

Book your Santa Barbara (Station) to Los Angeles Union Station train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Santa Barbara (Station) to Los Angeles Union Station?

Book your Santa Barbara (Station) to Los Angeles Union Station bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Los Angeles Union Station?

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There are 3 ways to get from Santa Barbara (Station) to Los Angeles Union Station by bus (Flixbus), train (Amtrak), or car

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1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Stationbus FlixBus 2005
2h 25m
$14–25
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Santa Barbara to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner / ...
2h 58m
$30–70
Drive 95 mi
1. Drive from Santa Barbara (Station) to Los Angeles Union Stationcar 95 mi
1h 41m
$18–26

Santa Barbara (Station) to Los Angeles Union Station by bus (Flixbus)

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Distance: 95.1 mi
Duration: 2h 25m

What companies run services between Santa Barbara (Station), CA, USA and Los Angeles Union Station, Los Angeles County, CA, USA?

Flixbus USA operates a bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Station once daily. Tickets cost $14–25 and the journey takes 2h 25m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles every 4 hours. Tickets cost $30–70 and the journey takes 2h 53m.

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