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

The cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to Newman is to drive which costs $50 - $75 and takes 5h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to Newman is to drive which takes 5h 22m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Barbara and Newman?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Barbara to Newman. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara and arriving at Driskell Ave & Amy Dr via Bakersfield Train Station and Turlock Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 52m.

How far is it from Santa Barbara to Newman?

The distance between Santa Barbara and Newman is 331 miles. The road distance is 277.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to Newman without a car is to bus which takes 10h 52m and costs $80 - $130.

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

It takes approximately 7h 31m to get from Santa Barbara to Newman, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Santa Barbara to Newman bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Santa Barbara to Newman?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Barbara to Newman is 277 miles. It takes approximately 5h 22m to drive from Santa Barbara to Newman.

Where can I stay near Newman?

There are nine+ hotels available in Newman.

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

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

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Train, drive (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Santa Barbara to Salinastrain Coast Starlight
2. Drive from Salinas to Newmancar
7h 31m
$95–186
Drive 275.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Santa Barbara to Newmancar 275.7 mi
5h 22m
$51–73
Bus
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara to Bakersfieldbus
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield Train Station to Turlockbus
3. Take the bus from Turlock Transit Center to Driskell Ave & Amy Drbus 45
10h 52m
$82–130

Santa Barbara to Newman by bus

7Weekly Buses

10h 52mAverage Duration

$82Cheapest Price

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Distance: 328.8 mi
Duration: 7h 31m

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

You can take a bus from Santa Barbara to Driskell Ave & Amy Dr via Bakersfield, Bakersfield Train Station, Turlock, and Turlock Transit Center in around 10h 52m.

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