What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to Bloomington?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to Bloomington is to drive which costs $26 - $40 and takes 2h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to Bloomington?

The fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to Bloomington is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Barbara and Bloomington?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Barbara to Bloomington. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara Bus Stop and arriving at San Bernardino Avenue @ Cedar via Patsaouras Transit Plaza at Union Station, Downtown Los Angeles and Mt Vernon @ Santo Antonio. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Santa Barbara and Bloomington?

No, there is no direct train from Santa Barbara to Bloomington. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara and arriving at Fontana via L.A. Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 6m.

How far is it from Santa Barbara to Bloomington?

The distance between Santa Barbara and Bloomington is 165 miles. The road distance is 144.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to Bloomington without a car is to bus which takes 5h 36m and costs $45 - $90.

How long does it take to get from Santa Barbara to Bloomington?

It takes approximately 5h 36m to get from Santa Barbara to Bloomington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Barbara to Bloomington bus from?

Santa Barbara to Bloomington bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Santa Barbara Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the Santa Barbara to Bloomington train from?

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

Train or bus from Santa Barbara to Bloomington?

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to Bloomington is to bus which takes 5h 36m and costs $45 - $90. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $40 - $85 and takes 6h 6m.

Where does the Santa Barbara to Bloomington bus arrive?

Santa Barbara to Bloomington bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station.

Where does the Santa Barbara to Bloomington train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Santa Barbara to Bloomington?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Barbara to Bloomington is 145 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Santa Barbara to Bloomington.

Where can I stay near Bloomington?

There are 394+ hotels available in Bloomington.

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There are 3 ways to get from Santa Barbara to Bloomington by bus (Flixbus), train (Amtrak), or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Stationbus FlixBus 2005
2. Take the bus from Downtown Los Angeles to Bloomingtonbus San Jose / ...
5h 36m
$48–86
Drive 143.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Santa Barbara to Bloomingtoncar 143.8 mi
2h 32m
$27–38
Train
1. Take the train from Santa Barbara to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner / ...
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Fontanatrain SB Line
6h 6m
$44–83

Santa Barbara to Bloomington by bus and foot

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5h 36mAverage Duration

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Distance: 163.7 mi
Duration: 5h 36m

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

You can take a bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to San Bernardino Avenue @ Cedar via Patsaouras Transit Plaza at Union Station, Spring St & 7th St, Downtown Los Angeles, Bloomington, and Mt Vernon @ Santo Antonio in around 5h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Santa Barbara to San Bernardino Avenue @ Orchard Street via Los Angeles, L.A. Union Station, Fontana, and Fontana Metrolink Transit Center in around 6h 6m.

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