What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to King City?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to King City is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 3h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to King City?

The fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to King City is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Barbara and King City?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Santa Barbara and arriving at King City Amtrak Bus Stop. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Santa Barbara to King City?

The distance between Santa Barbara and King City is 192 miles. The road distance is 171.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to King City without a car is to bus which takes 4h 30m and costs $60 - $90.

How long does it take to get from Santa Barbara to King City?

The bus from Santa Barbara to King City Amtrak Bus Stop takes 4h 30m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Santa Barbara to King City bus from?

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

Where does the Santa Barbara to King City bus arrive?

Santa Barbara to King City bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at King City Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Can I drive from Santa Barbara to King City?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Barbara to King City is 172 miles. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Santa Barbara to King City.

Where can I stay near King City?

There are seven+ hotels available in King City.

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

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

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Bus (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara to King City Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
4h 30m
$60–90
Drive 170.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Santa Barbara to King Citycar 170.5 mi
3h 14m
$32–45
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Santa Barbara to Paso Robles Amtrak Stationtrain Coast Starlight
2. Take the bus from North County Transportation Ctr / Paso Robles to Broadway / 2nd Streetbus 84
6h 16m
$51–105

Santa Barbara to King City by bus (Amtrak)

14Weekly Buses

4h 30mAverage Duration

$60Cheapest Price

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Distance: 191.3 mi
Duration: 4h 30m

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

Amtrak operates a bus from Santa Barbara to King City Amtrak Bus Stop twice daily. Tickets cost $60–90 and the journey takes 4h 30m.

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