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

The cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to Flagstaff is to drive which costs $95 - $140 and takes 9h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to Flagstaff is to fly and shuttle which takes 6h 24m and costs $340 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Barbara and Flagstaff?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Barbara to Flagstaff station. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara Bus Stop and arriving at Flagstaff Bus Station via Los Angeles Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 50m.

How far is it from Santa Barbara to Flagstaff?

The distance between Santa Barbara and Flagstaff is 483 miles. The road distance is 527.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to Flagstaff without a car is to bus and train which takes 14h 2m and costs $190 - $400.

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

It takes approximately 6h 48m to get from Santa Barbara to Flagstaff, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Santa Barbara to Flagstaff?

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to Flagstaff is to fly which takes 6h 48m and costs $55 - $280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $100 - $190 and takes 15h 50m.

Where does the Santa Barbara to Flagstaff bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Santa Barbara to Flagstaff?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Barbara to Flagstaff is 527 miles. It takes approximately 9h 23m to drive from Santa Barbara to Flagstaff.

How do I get a bus ticket from Santa Barbara to Flagstaff?

Book your Santa Barbara to Flagstaff bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Flagstaff?

There are 352+ hotels available in Flagstaff.

Santa Barbara to Flagstaff - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Santa Barbara to Flagstaff by plane, bus, train, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), car, shuttle, or taxi

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Fly Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Flagstaff
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1. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Flagstaff (FLG)plane SBA - FLG
6h 48m
$58–279
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Stationbus FlixBus 2005
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Flagstafftrain Southwest Chief
14h 2m
$195–395
Bus
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Stationbus FlixBus 2005
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Flagstaff Bus Stationbus Greyhound US1210 / ...
15h 50m
$100–185
Drive 524.2 mi
1. Drive from Santa Barbara to Flagstaffcar 524.2 mi
9h 23m
$96–139
Fly Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Phoenix, shuttle
1. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Phoenix (PHX)plane SBA - PHX
2. Take a shuttle bus from Sky Harbor International Airport to Flagstaff Amtrakshuttle
6h 24m
$344–556
Train to Los Angeles International Airport, fly to Flagstaff
1. Take the train from Santa Barbara to Los Angelestrain
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Flagstaff (FLG)plane LAX - FLG
8h 22m
$109–418
Fly Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Prescott, taxi, bus
1. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Prescott (PRC)plane SBA - PRC
2. Take the taxi from Prescott (PRC) to Camp Verde Chevron Stationtaxi
3. Take the bus from Camp Verde Chevron Station to Flagstaff University Northbus
12h 45m
$166–412

Santa Barbara to Flagstaff by bus, foot, and train

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Distance: 480.5 mi
Duration: 6h 48m

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

American Airlines and Alaska Airlines, Inc. fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Flagstaff (FLG) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to Flagstaff Bus Station via Los Angeles Union Station in around 15h 50m.

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