How far is it from Santa Barbara to Hearst Castle?

The distance between Santa Barbara and Hearst Castle is 167 miles.

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

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to Hearst Castle without a car is to bus and travel which takes 3h 57m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Santa Barbara to Hearst Castle?

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from Santa Barbara to Hearst Castle, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Hearst Castle?

There are 157+ hotels available in Hearst Castle.

Santa Barbara to Hearst Castle - 2 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Santa Barbara to Hearst Castle by bus, unknown, or train

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Bus, travel (Amtrak)
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1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara to Paso Robles Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Walk from Paso Robles Amtrak Station to Hearst Castleunknown
3h 57m
Train, travel (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Santa Barbara to Paso Robles Amtrak Stationtrain Coast Starlight
2. Walk from Paso Robles Amtrak Station to Hearst Castleunknown
4h 44m

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Distance: 165.9 mi
Duration: 3h 57m

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

There is no direct connection from Santa Barbara to Hearst Castle. However, you can take the bus to Paso Robles Amtrak Station then travel to Hearst Castle. Alternatively, you can take a train from Santa Barbara to Hearst Castle via Paso Robles Amtrak Station in around 4h 44m.

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