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

The cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to Kernville is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to Kernville is to drive which takes 3h 53m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Barbara and Kernville?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Barbara to Kernville. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara and arriving at Sirretta Dr. at Scodie Ave. via Bakersfield Amtrak and Senior Center/Lake Isabella Blvd.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 27m.

How far is it from Santa Barbara to Kernville?

The distance between Santa Barbara and Kernville is 233 miles. The road distance is 192.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to Kernville without a car is to bus which takes 7h 27m and costs $55 - $85.

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

It takes approximately 6h 11m to get from Santa Barbara to Kernville, including transfers.

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

Santa Barbara to Kernville bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Santa Barbara station.

Where does the Santa Barbara to Kernville bus arrive?

Santa Barbara to Kernville bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Bakersfield station.

Can I drive from Santa Barbara to Kernville?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Barbara to Kernville is 193 miles. It takes approximately 3h 53m to drive from Santa Barbara to Kernville.

Where can I stay near Kernville?

There are 66+ hotels available in Kernville.

Santa Barbara to Kernville - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train, bus, drive
best
1. Take the train from Santa Barbara to Van Nuystrain
2. Take the bus from San Fernando to Bakersfieldbus
3. Drive from Bakersfield to Kernvillecar
6h 11m
$49–97
Drive 191.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Santa Barbara to Kernvillecar 191.7 mi
3h 53m
$35–51
Bus
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara to Bakersfieldbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield Amtrak to Senior Center/Lake Isabella Blvd.bus 150
7h 27m
$59–80

Santa Barbara to Kernville by bus

7Weekly Buses

7h 27mAverage Duration

$59Cheapest Price

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Distance: 231.6 mi
Duration: 6h 11m

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

You can take a bus from Santa Barbara to Sirretta Dr. at Scodie Ave. via Bakersfield Amtrak and Senior Center/Lake Isabella Blvd. in around 7h 27m.

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