What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to Lake Isabella?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to Lake Isabella is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to Lake Isabella?

The fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to Lake Isabella is to drive which takes 3h 37m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Barbara and Lake Isabella?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Barbara to Lake Isabella. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara and arriving at Senior Center/Lake Isabella Blvd. via Bakersfield Amtrak. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.

How far is it from Santa Barbara to Lake Isabella?

The distance between Santa Barbara and Lake Isabella is 206 miles. The road distance is 181.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to Lake Isabella without a car is to bus which takes 6h 8m and costs $55 - $80.

How long does it take to get from Santa Barbara to Lake Isabella?

It takes approximately 6h 8m to get from Santa Barbara to Lake Isabella, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Barbara to Lake Isabella bus from?

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

Where does the Santa Barbara to Lake Isabella bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Santa Barbara to Lake Isabella?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Barbara to Lake Isabella is 181 miles. It takes approximately 3h 37m to drive from Santa Barbara to Lake Isabella.

Where can I stay near Lake Isabella?

There are 55+ hotels available in Lake Isabella.

Santa Barbara to Lake Isabella - 2 ways to travel via bus, and car

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There are 2 ways to get from Santa Barbara to Lake Isabella by bus (Amtrak) or car

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Bus
best
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
6h 8m
$55–76
Drive 180.4 mi
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1. Drive from Santa Barbara to Lake Isabellacar 180.4 mi
3h 37m
$33–48

Santa Barbara to Lake Isabella by bus

7Weekly Buses

6h 8mAverage Duration

$55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 205.2 mi
Duration: 6h 8m

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

You can take a bus from Santa Barbara to Senior Center/Lake Isabella Blvd. via Bakersfield Amtrak in around 6h 8m.

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