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

The cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to Newport Beach is to drive which costs $24 - $35 and takes 2h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to Newport Beach is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs $24 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Barbara and Newport Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Barbara to Newport Beach. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara and arriving at Placentia-Superior via Los Angeles and Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 6. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Santa Barbara to Newport Beach. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara and arriving at Santa Ana via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

How far is it from Santa Barbara to Newport Beach?

The distance between Santa Barbara and Newport Beach is 150 miles. The road distance is 134 miles.

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

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to Newport Beach without a car is to train which takes 4h 19m and costs $90 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 19m to get from Santa Barbara to Newport Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Barbara to Newport Beach bus from?

Santa Barbara to Newport Beach bus services, operated by American Star Tours, depart from Santa Barbara station.

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

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

Train or bus from Santa Barbara to Newport Beach?

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to Newport Beach is to train which takes 4h 19m and costs $90 - $150. Alternatively, you can bus and line 47 bus, which costs and takes 5h 52m.

Where does the Santa Barbara to Newport Beach bus arrive?

Santa Barbara to Newport Beach bus services, operated by American Star Tours, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Where does the Santa Barbara to Newport Beach train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Santa Barbara to Newport Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Barbara to Newport Beach is 134 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Santa Barbara to Newport Beach.

How do I get a train ticket from Santa Barbara to Newport Beach?

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Where can I stay near Newport Beach?

There are 1442+ hotels available in Newport Beach.

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Santa Barbara to Santa Anatrain Pacific Surfliner
4h 19m
$90–145
Drive 133.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Santa Barbara to Newport Beachcar 133.2 mi
2h 26m
$25–36
Bus, line 47 bus
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara to Los Angelesbus Ans 6241
2. Take the bus from Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 6 to Placentia-Superiorbus 47
5h 52m

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Distance: 149.1 mi
Duration: 4h 19m

What companies run services between Santa Barbara, CA, USA and Newport 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. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Santa Barbara to Placentia-Superior via Los Angeles, Fullerton Amtrak Station, and Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 6 in around 5h 52m.

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