What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to Aliso Viejo?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to Aliso Viejo is to drive which costs $26 - $40 and takes 2h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to Aliso Viejo?

The fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to Aliso Viejo is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Barbara and Aliso Viejo?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Barbara to Aliso Viejo. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara and arriving at Paseo De Valencia-Alicia via Los Angeles and Camino Capistrano-Old Mission. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Santa Barbara and Aliso Viejo?

No, there is no direct train from Santa Barbara to Aliso Viejo. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara and arriving at Laguna Niguel / Mission Viejo via L.A. Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.

How far is it from Santa Barbara to Aliso Viejo?

The distance between Santa Barbara and Aliso Viejo is 157 miles. The road distance is 144.5 miles.

How do I travel from Santa Barbara to Aliso Viejo without a car?

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to Aliso Viejo without a car is to train via Los Angeles which takes 5h 14m and costs $40 - $85.

How long does it take to get from Santa Barbara to Aliso Viejo?

It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from Santa Barbara to Aliso Viejo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Barbara to Aliso Viejo bus from?

Santa Barbara to Aliso Viejo bus services, operated by American Star Tours, depart from Santa Barbara station.

Where do I catch the Santa Barbara to Aliso Viejo train from?

Santa Barbara to Aliso Viejo train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Santa Barbara station.

Train or bus from Santa Barbara to Aliso Viejo?

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to Aliso Viejo is to train via Los Angeles which takes 5h 14m and costs $40 - $85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 8m.

Where does the Santa Barbara to Aliso Viejo bus arrive?

Santa Barbara to Aliso Viejo bus services, operated by American Star Tours, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Where does the Santa Barbara to Aliso Viejo train arrive?

Santa Barbara to Aliso Viejo train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Santa Barbara to Aliso Viejo?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Barbara to Aliso Viejo is 144 miles. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Santa Barbara to Aliso Viejo.

Where can I stay near Aliso Viejo?

There are 1094+ hotels available in Aliso Viejo.

Santa Barbara to Aliso Viejo - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Santa Barbara to Aliso Viejo by train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak), or car

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Train via Los Angeles
best
1. Take the train from Santa Barbara to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner / ...
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Laguna Niguel / Mission Viejotrain OC Line
5h 14m
$43–80
Drive 143.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Santa Barbara to Aliso Viejocar 143.7 mi
2h 34m
$27–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara to Los Angelesbus Ans 6241
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles to San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h 8m
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
5h 30m
$54–106

Santa Barbara to Aliso Viejo by train and foot

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5h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 155.8 mi
Duration: 5h 14m

What companies run services between Santa Barbara, CA, USA and Aliso Viejo, CA, USA?

You can take a train from Santa Barbara to Laguna Niguel / Mission Viejo via Los Angeles and L.A. Union Station in around 5h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Santa Barbara to Paseo De Valencia-Alicia via Los Angeles, San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station, and Camino Capistrano-Old Mission in around 6h 8m.

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