What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to Bear Valley Springs?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to Bear Valley Springs is to drive which costs $27 - $40 and takes 3h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to Bear Valley Springs?

The fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to Bear Valley Springs is to drive which takes 3h 16m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Barbara and Bear Valley Springs?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Barbara to Bear Valley Springs. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara and arriving at Tehachapi Amtrak Bus Stop via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 54m.

How far is it from Santa Barbara to Bear Valley Springs?

The distance between Santa Barbara and Bear Valley Springs is 209 miles. The road distance is 150.9 miles.

How do I travel from Santa Barbara to Bear Valley Springs without a car?

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to Bear Valley Springs without a car is to bus which takes 5h 54m and costs $100 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Santa Barbara to Bear Valley Springs?

It takes approximately 5h 54m to get from Santa Barbara to Bear Valley Springs, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Barbara to Bear Valley Springs bus from?

Santa Barbara to Bear Valley Springs bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Santa Barbara station.

Where does the Santa Barbara to Bear Valley Springs bus arrive?

Santa Barbara to Bear Valley Springs bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Tehachapi Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Can I drive from Santa Barbara to Bear Valley Springs?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Barbara to Bear Valley Springs is 151 miles. It takes approximately 3h 16m to drive from Santa Barbara to Bear Valley Springs.

Where can I stay near Bear Valley Springs?

There are 18+ hotels available in Bear Valley Springs.

Santa Barbara to Bear Valley Springs - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Santa Barbara to Bear Valley Springs by bus (Amtrak), car, or train

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Bus (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara to Tehachapi Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 54m
$106–148
Drive 150 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Santa Barbara to Bear Valley Springscar 150 mi
3h 16m
$28–40
Bus via Bakersfield
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara to Bakersfieldbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield Amtrak to Keenebus 100
6h 19m
Train, drive (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Santa Barbara to Moorpark Amtraktrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Drive from Moorpark Amtrak to Bear Valley Springscar
4h 4m
$37–66

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Distance: 207.5 mi
Duration: 5h 54m

What companies run services between Santa Barbara, CA, USA and Bear Valley Springs, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a bus from Santa Barbara to Tehachapi Amtrak Bus Stop once daily. Tickets cost $65–95 and the journey takes 5h 35m.

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