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How to get fromSanta Barbara to Channel Islandsby bus, ferry, or train

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There are 2 ways to get from Santa Barbara to Channel Islands by bus, ferry, or train

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  1. Bus, ferry

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    1. Take the bus from Figueroa at Chapala to Pacific View Mallbus bus 80 / ...
    2. Take the ferry from Ventura Harbor to Santa Cruz Islandferry ferry
    3h 40m
    $56–78

  2. Train, ferry

    1. Take the train from Santa Barbara to Oxnardtrain train Pacific Surfliner / ...
    2. Take the ferry from Oxnard, CA to East Anacapa Islandferry ferry Oxnard
    3h 40m
    $77–114

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  • Distance: 58 mi
  • Duration: 3h 40m

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

There is no direct connection from Santa Barbara to Channel Islands. However, you can take the bus to Pacific View Mall, take the taxi to Ventura Harbor, then take the ferry to Santa Cruz Island. Alternatively, you can take a train from Santa Barbara to East Anacapa Island via Oxnard and Oxnard, CA in around 3h 40m.

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