What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to Huntington Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to Huntington Beach is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 2h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to Huntington Beach?

The fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to Huntington Beach is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct train between Santa Barbara and Huntington Beach?

No, there is no direct train from Santa Barbara to Huntington Beach. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara and arriving at Santa Ana via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

How far is it from Santa Barbara to Huntington Beach?

The distance between Santa Barbara and Huntington Beach is 153 miles. The road distance is 129 miles.

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

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to Huntington Beach without a car is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs $95 - $160.

How long does it take to get from Santa Barbara to Huntington Beach?

It takes approximately 4h 25m to get from Santa Barbara to Huntington Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Barbara to Huntington Beach train from?

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

Where does the Santa Barbara to Huntington Beach train arrive?

Santa Barbara to Huntington Beach train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Santa Ana station.

Can I drive from Santa Barbara to Huntington Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Barbara to Huntington Beach is 129 miles. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Santa Barbara to Huntington Beach.

Where can I stay near Huntington Beach?

There are 1692+ hotels available in Huntington Beach.

Santa Barbara to Huntington Beach - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Santa Barbara to Santa Anatrain Pacific Surfliner
4h 25m
$95–155
Drive 128.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Santa Barbara to Huntington Beachcar 128.3 mi
2h 19m
$24–34
Train, line 29 bus
1. Take the train from Santa Barbara to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner / ...
2. Take the bus from Buena Park Metrolink Station Zone 2 to Beach-Sunsetbus 29 / ...
6h 5m
$43–79

Santa Barbara to Huntington Beach by train, foot, and bus

49Weekly Services

6h 5mAverage Duration

$43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 151.7 mi
Duration: 4h 25m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Santa Barbara to Santa Ana every 4 hours. Tickets cost $45–90 and the journey takes 4h 3m.

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