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

The cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara (Station) to Watsonville is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Santa Barbara (Station) to Watsonville is to drive which takes 4h 24m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Barbara (Station) and Watsonville?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Barbara (Station) to Watsonville. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara and arriving at Rodriguez / Second via Salinas Transit Center / Gate 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 1m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Santa Barbara (Station) to Watsonville. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara and arriving at Salinas via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 35m.

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

The distance between Santa Barbara (Station) and Watsonville is 262 miles. The road distance is 237.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Santa Barbara (Station) to Watsonville without a car is to bus which takes 7h 1m and costs $80 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 7h 1m to get from Santa Barbara (Station) to Watsonville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Barbara (Station) to Watsonville bus from?

Santa Barbara (Station) to Watsonville bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Santa Barbara station.

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

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

Train or bus from Santa Barbara (Station) to Watsonville?

The best way to get from Santa Barbara (Station) to Watsonville is to bus which takes 7h 1m and costs $80 - $120. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $80 - $180 and takes 7h 35m.

Where does the Santa Barbara (Station) to Watsonville bus arrive?

Santa Barbara (Station) to Watsonville bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Salinas station.

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

Santa Barbara (Station) to Watsonville train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Salinas station.

Can I drive from Santa Barbara (Station) to Watsonville?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Barbara (Station) to Watsonville is 237 miles. It takes approximately 4h 24m to drive from Santa Barbara (Station) to Watsonville.

Where can I stay near Watsonville?

There are 188+ hotels available in Watsonville.

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There are 5 ways to get from Santa Barbara (Station) to Watsonville by bus (Amtrak), train (Amtrak), car, plane, shuttle, subway, or bus

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara to Salinasbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
7h 1m
$83–117
Drive 236.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Santa Barbara (Station) to Watsonvillecar 236.1 mi
4h 24m
$44–63
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Santa Barbara to Salinastrain Coast Starlight
7h 35m
$85–171
Fly to San Francisco International Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane SBA - SFO
2. Take a shuttle bus from SFO Airport Terminal 3-Lower Level to Prunedale Park & Rideshuttle
7h 36m
$242–500
Fly to Oakland International Airport, BART, bus, line 2 bus
1. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Oakland International Airport (OAK)plane SBA - OAK
2. Take the subway from Coliseum to Berryessa / North San Josesubway
3. Take the bus from Berryessa BART to San Jose Diridonbus
4. Take the bus from Diridon Station to Soquel Ave & Frontbus
5. Take the bus from Front & Soquel Ave to W Lake Ave & Mainbus
7h
$302–461

Santa Barbara (Station) to Watsonville by bus and foot

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Distance: 260.3 mi
Duration: 7h 1m

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

Amtrak operates a bus from Santa Barbara to Salinas 3 times a day. Tickets cost $80–120 and the journey takes 5h 15m. American Star Tours also services this route twice a week. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Santa Barbara to Salinas once daily. Tickets cost $80–170 and the journey takes 5h 49m.

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