What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to Chula Vista?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to Chula Vista is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 3h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to Chula Vista?

The fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to Chula Vista is to drive which takes 3h 55m and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Barbara and Chula Vista?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Barbara to Chula Vista. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara and arriving at E St & 4th Av via Los Angeles Union Station and 12th & Imperial Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Santa Barbara and Chula Vista?

No, there is no direct train from Santa Barbara to Chula Vista station. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara and arriving at E Street Station via Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 43m.

How far is it from Santa Barbara to Chula Vista?

The distance between Santa Barbara and Chula Vista is 215 miles. The road distance is 222.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to Chula Vista without a car is to train which takes 6h 43m and costs $70 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Santa Barbara to Chula Vista?

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Santa Barbara to Chula Vista, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Barbara to Chula Vista bus from?

Santa Barbara to Chula Vista bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Santa Barbara station.

Where do I catch the Santa Barbara to Chula Vista train from?

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

Train or bus from Santa Barbara to Chula Vista?

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to Chula Vista is to train which takes 6h 43m and costs $70 - $150. Alternatively, you can bus via Los Angeles, which costs $40 - $75 and takes 7h 23m.

Where does the Santa Barbara to Chula Vista bus arrive?

Santa Barbara to Chula Vista bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Where does the Santa Barbara to Chula Vista train arrive?

Santa Barbara to Chula Vista train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Diego Old Town Transportation Center station.

Can I drive from Santa Barbara to Chula Vista?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Barbara to Chula Vista is 222 miles. It takes approximately 3h 55m to drive from Santa Barbara to Chula Vista.

Where can I stay near Chula Vista?

There are 1977+ hotels available in Chula Vista.

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There are 5 ways to get from Santa Barbara to Chula Vista by plane, tram, train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), car, or bus

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Fly, tram
best
1. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane SBA - SAN
2. Take the tram from Civic Center Station to E Street Stationtram
3h 43m
Drive 221.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Santa Barbara to Chula Vistacar 221.1 mi
3h 55m
$41–59
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Santa Barbara to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
6h 43m
$70–150
Bus via Los Angeles
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara to Los Angelesbus Ans 6241 / ...
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San Diegobus Los Angeles
7h 23m
$42–72
Bus
1. Take the bus from Figueroa at Chapala to Pacific View Mallbus 80 / ...
2. Take the bus from Oxnard to San Ysidrobus Lxus 3103
10h 19m
$59–86

Santa Barbara to Chula Vista by train and tram (Amtrak)

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Distance: 213.8 mi
Duration: 3h 43m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Santa Barbara to San Diego Old Town Transportation Center every 4 hours. Tickets cost $70–150 and the journey takes 5h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Santa Barbara to E St & 4th Av via Los Angeles Union Station, San Diego, and 12th & Imperial Transit Center in around 7h 23m.

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